Eastern-Central Europe
European Union Announces Tightened Restrictions on Russian Visas
On Friday, Nov. 7, the European Union issued a statement announcing tightened restrictions on visa issuance to Russian nationals, making it more difficult for them to enter Europe’s ID-check-free travel area. The restriction comes amid Russia’s relentless war on Ukraine, increasing acts of sabotage linked to Moscow, and the potential misuse of visas.
Top Ukraine General Calls War a “Stalemate” — West Quietly Pushes Negotiations
In a recent interview with The Economist, top Ukrainian General Valery Zaluzhny admitted that the war against Russia has reached a stalemate — comparing the situation in Eastern Ukraine to Northern France during World War I.
Explosions Over Kremlin Increase Tensions
The Russian government blamed Ukraine for an apparent drone attack above its capital building.