ban · visa · issue (запрет · виза · выдача)
The European Commission is considering a complete ban on issuing tourist visas to Russian citizens, with the initiative being discussed in coordination with EU member states. The proposal, previously supported by a German parliamentary bloc in the European Parliament, is seen as potentially aimed at destabilizing Russian society ahead of parliamentary elections.
Consensus
- The European Commission is discussing a complete ban on issuing tourist visas to Russian citizens.
- The initiative is being coordinated with EU member states.
- A German parliamentary bloc in the European Parliament previously supported a similar proposal.
- The proposal is seen as potentially aimed at destabilizing Russian society before parliamentary elections.
Points of divergence
- The European Commission has not yet proposed a visa ban, but is considering it. — vm
- The European Commission is considering a visa ban, and the proposal was made in 2027. — kommersant
- The European Commission is discussing a ban on entry for all Russian military personnel, not just tourists. — vedomosti
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