In Uman, Cherkasy region, a special regime of entry and movement in the city has been introduced due to the arrival of Hasidic pilgrims for Rosh Hashanah. More than 1,500 pilgrims have already arrived, the head of the Cherkasy RMA, Ihor Taburets, said on Telegram on Monday, UNN reports.
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"Uman. As of today, a special regime for entry/exit and movement around the city has been introduced. In fact, the control procedures are the same as last year. We have slightly strengthened our technical capabilities. Our security and defense forces are working in an enhanced mode. Despite the warnings, today we have more than 1,500 pilgrims," said Ihor Taburets, head of the Cherkasy RMA, on Monday.
According to him, the whole range of measures being implemented is for the safety of local residents and visitors. "I ask you to treat this with understanding," he said.
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