A group of European countries is pushing the EU to tighten entry requirements for Russian tourists. According to the Kyiv Post, the states consider current rules too lax given Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine.
A group of European countries is pushing the EU to tighten entry requirements for Russian tourists. According to the Kyiv Post, the states consider current rules too lax given Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine.
The demand aims to make it harder for Russians to enter Europe as tourists as long as the war continues. Proponents argue that current rules are too weak and pose a security risk.
Some EU member states, however, reject blanket visa restrictions. They fear that a broad entry ban could play into Kremlin propaganda. The debate over a common line within the European Union continues.
Source: www.kyivpost.com
