Czech President Proposes Shooting Down Russian Jets as Visa Rules Tighten
Czech President Petr Pavel has proposed a stern response to Russian military aircraft encroaching on NATO airspace. Meanwhile, the Czech government has implemented new visa rules and entry restrictions for Russian nationals.
President Pavel has suggested shooting down Russian military aircraft that violate NATO airspace. This comes amidst escalating tensions between the West and Russia.
In a reciprocal move, the Russian Foreign Ministry has warned of countermeasures if the EU imposes restrictions on Russian diplomats' movement within the EU.
From October 1, Czech visa centers in Russia will cease operations. Visa applications will then be processed solely through the Czech Embassy in Moscow. Additionally, the ban applies to international airports situated within the Czech Republic.
The Czech authorities have implemented a significant restriction. They have decided to prohibit entry to the country for Russian citizens holding diplomatic and service passports, unless they are officially accredited in the republic.
President Petr Pavel's proposal signals a hardening stance against Russian military incursions. Meanwhile, the Czech government's visa and entry restrictions reflect a broader trend among European nations to tighten borders in response to geopolitical tensions.
