Russia has added 30 British nationals to its entry ban list, citing "reckless policies" and "anti-Russian activities" by the UK government, the Russian Foreign Ministry announced Tuesday. The banned individuals include high-profile figures such as UK Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, and Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves.
Other individuals on the list include senior British officials, military personnel, business leaders, journalists, and politicians. Moscow justified the move by accusing those named of being actively involved in anti-Russian actions.
The Foreign Ministry alleged that the UK government continues to pursue "aggressive anti-Russian rhetoric," impose "illegitimate unilateral sanctions," and support Ukraine, which Moscow controversially described as the "neo-Nazi Kyiv regime."
Authorities in Moscow called on British officials to abandon what they termed "systematic confrontation with Russia" and instead pursue "mutual respect and constructive engagement" for global stability.
The move adds to a growing list of foreign nationals banned by Russia since the start of its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Earlier this year, Moscow barred entry to 18 British citizens.
Russia has frequently targeted individuals from Western nations, accusing them of fostering policies hostile to Moscow amid heightened tensions over the war in Ukraine.

UK Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, and Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves

Moscow cites sanctions, Kyiv support as reasons for banning high-profile officials such as Dy PM

Russia Bars 30 Brits over 'Anti-Russian' Stance

Moscow cites sanctions, Kyiv support as reasons for banning high-profile officials such as Dy PM

November 27, 2024 | 11:21 IST