The US, EU, France and the Czech Republic react to the situation in Russia

The President of the European Council, the President of France, the Czech Foreign Minister, and the US Presidential Administration have all responded to the events in Russia.

Joe Biden was informed of Prigozhin's statements. According to National Security Council spokesman Adam Hodge, the United States is closely watching the situation and will consult with allies and partners on the events in Russia.

French President Macron is "closely monitoring the situation".

"We remain focused on supporting Ukraine," he said.

Charles Michel also added that he was closely monitoring the situation in Russia as it unfolds.

The President of the European Council stressed that the events in Russia are an internal problem. He is in touch with European leaders and G7 partners.

"Our support for Ukraine and Zelenskyy is unwavering," he added.

The Czech Foreign Minister wrote on Twitter: "It looks like my summer holiday in Crimea is coming."

UPD: Latvia suspends consideration of visas for Russians who want to leave the country.

"Latvia is closely following the developing situation in Russia and exchanging information with allies. Border security has been strengthened, visa or border entry from Russians leaving Russia due to current events won’t be considered

No direct threat to Latvia at this time," said Foreign Minister Rinkēvičs.