Finland to tighten entry rules for Russians Prime Minister Petri Orfo has announced plans to limit the access of Russian citizens, noting that it would be simpler to ban them entirely. Foreign Minister Alina Waltonen confirmed that the ministry is urgently preparing proposals to amend government decisions on entry principles. Early reports indicated that restrictions may also apply to Russian athletes entering the Schengen area.

Finland to tighten entry rules for Russians Prime Minister Petri Orfo has announced plans to limit the access of Russian citizens, noting that it would be simpler to ban them entirely. Foreign Minister Alina Waltonen confirmed that the ministry is urgently preparing proposals to amend government decisions on entry principles. Early reports indicated that restrictions may also apply to Russian athletes entering the Schengen area.