EU prepares further visa restrictions for Russian citizens as 11 Schengen states push for coordination

The European Commission announced additional visa restriction measures for Russian citizens are being prepared, following pressure from 11 Schengen countries for tougher, coordinated limits on Russian tourist visas. This signals a continued tightening of EU-Russia mobility ties, though the scope and timeline of new measures remain unspecified. The move reflects sustained geopolitical friction and could further strain bilateral relations.