EU Divided on Ban of Russian Visas
The European Union is politically divided over the possibility of imposing a ban on Russian citizens entering its member countries. While some countries like the Scandinavian and Baltic states, as well as the Netherlands, are pushing for a tougher stance, others such as France, Italy, and Spain are skeptical about a general tightening of entry restrictions. Germany has also not imposed a full ban on Russian citizens entering. The issue has been a topic of discussion for some time, with the European Commission exploring the possibility of banning entry for Russians involved in military actions in Ukraine. However, there is no unified opinion or prospect of one in the near future due to differing interests among EU countries.14 sourcesSee all sources
