Russia Expands Ban List in Response to EU Sanctions

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In response to EU sanctions targeting Moscow, Russia is broadening the roster of EU officials barred from entering the country. This stance was outlined in a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation. The ministry underscored that EU member states approved the latest set of restrictions, the 14th package, on June 24, and it signaled a measured reply to those actions.

The ministry reiterated that in reaction to what it called hostile steps, Moscow has substantially enlarged the list of representatives prohibited from entering Russian territory. The move is framed as part of a broader diplomatic response to the EU measures, illustrating how Moscow intends to respond to external pressure while continuing to manage its relations with European partners.

Observers note that the escalation reflects the ongoing recalibration of diplomatic interlocutors amid the sanctions regime. The Russian authorities emphasize the reciprocal nature of the measures and frame the expanded ban as a tool to protect national interests while preserving channels for potential future dialogue should EU policy shift. The statement also points to the procedural steps involved in updating the ban roster and the expected implications for affected individuals and their professional movements.

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