Volodymyr Zelensky proposed to let some Russians into Europe
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky called for granting refugee status to Russians who are “persecuted” in their homeland. At the same time, the Ukrainian leader had previously advocated banning absolutely all Russians from entering Europe. Zelensky’s appeal was published in his telegram channel.
“Russians who are being persecuted should be given the status of political refugees, allowed into Europe. This is necessary for those who are fighting,” Zelensky said.
Earlier, Zelensky called on Western countries to ban entry into their territories. for all citizens of Russia. The Ukrainian president also advocated not issuing Schengen visas to Russians, and deporting Russian citizens who are already in Europe.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky called for granting refugee status to Russians who are “persecuted” in their homeland. At the same time, the Ukrainian leader had previously advocated banning absolutely all Russians from entering Europe. Zelensky’s appeal was published in his telegram channel. “Russians who are being persecuted should be given the status of political refugees, allowed into Europe. This is necessary for those who are fighting,” Zelensky said. Earlier, Zelensky called on Western countries to ban all Russian citizens from entering their territories. The Ukrainian president also advocated not issuing Schengen visas to Russians, and deporting Russian citizens who are already in Europe.