EU Tightens Visa Rules for Russians

EU Tightens Visa Rules for Russians: Stricter Security Measures, Limited ExceptionsThe European Union has implemented stricter visa rules for Russian citizens, making it harder for them to travel to the bloc. Effective immediately, Russians will only receive single-entry visas, requiring frequent checks to reduce potential security risks. Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas supports these measures, linking them to ongoing drone disruptions and sabotage within Europe. Despite a ten percent increase in Russian entries in 2024, the EU cannot unilaterally ban all Russians, with limited exceptions for dissidents and independent journalists. Critics, including Yulia Navalnaya, argue that these actions do not influence Putin or the war in Ukraine and alienate anti-Putin Russians.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.