EU Weighs Tougher Visa Rules for Russians, More Sanctions on Shadow Fleet
Bloc's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas says new restrictions could target Russian diplomats' movement, ex-combatants and tourist visas as part of wider economic pressure measures
The European Union is preparing new measures against the Russian economy, including its so-called shadow fleet, while also discussing tighter restrictions on Russian citizens' movement within the bloc, according to EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, as reported by Ukrinform.
Kallas said the EU is considering new limits on the movement of Russian diplomats within member states, along with visa bans specifically targeting former Russian combatants, Ukrinform reported.
The bloc is also reviewing its broader policy on issuing tourist visas to Russian citizens, according to the report.
The proposed measures come amid ongoing EU efforts to tighten economic pressure on Russia, with the shadow fleet — vessels used to circumvent sanctions on Russian oil exports — identified as a specific target for new action, Ukrinform said.
No further details on the timeline or scope of the proposed restrictions were provided in the report.
Sources
- EU considers tougher visa restrictions for Russians — Kallas — Ukrinform (Ukraine)
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