Indonesia has confirmed it does not recognize Western personal sanctions against Russian individuals, assuring Russian Ambassador Sergey Tolchenov that there is no risk of Russian citizens being arrested in the country based on these sanctions, unlike Thailand where such arrests have occurred.
Argentinian footballer Benjamin Garre, who recently joined Russia's Krylia Sovetov club, has declared his intention to apply for Russian citizenship, citing a desire to spend many years in the country. His agent is assisting with the necessary documentation.
Serbia will not impose visa requirements on Russian citizens, stated Nenad Popovic, Minister without Portfolio. He emphasized that Russian tourists are welcome and ranked first in visits to Serbia in the first six months of 2026, with direct flights available from multiple Russian cities.
Italy's diplomatic source stated that the country does not support the proposed EU ban on tourist visas for Russian citizens. This comes as the European Commission prepares to tighten visa policies this fall, potentially prohibiting Russians, Belarusians, and Iranians from entering the EU as tourists.
Russia's Human Rights Ombudsperson Yana Lantratova announces the successful return of Russian citizens, including from Kursk Region, through humanitarian efforts with Ukraine, promising continued efforts for all citizens' return.
Five residents of Russia's Kursk Region and two from other regions have been released from Ukrainian captivity through humanitarian efforts involving both sides, as announced by Russian Human Rights Ombudsperson Yana Lantratova.
Russia's permanent representative to the IAEA, Mikhail Ulyanov, accused Austria of discriminatory practices against Russian citizens, violating a 1959 agreement. He stated that Austrian authorities are creating difficulties for the normal functioning and rotation of Russian staff at the IAEA headquarters in Vienna.
Eleven European countries, including the Czech Republic, have urged the EU Commission to strengthen visa restrictions for Russian citizens, citing inconsistent enforcement and the need for a unified approach to ensure sanctions against Russia are effective.
US investigative journalist Christopher Helali, also International Secretary of the American Communist Party, has formally requested Russian citizenship from President Vladimir Putin. He cited his contributions to Russia, work in Donbas, and support for Russian culture and history in a four-page letter.
Over the past week, Ukrainian attacks resulted in 35 Russian citizens killed and over 180 injured, including minors. The Belgorod, Kherson, and Zaporozhye Regions, along with the Donetsk People's Republic, recorded the highest civilian casualties, primarily from drone attacks. Ukraine also allegedly used remote mining tactics on Russian territory.
China announced it will extend its visa-free policy for Russian citizens until December 31, 2027. This allows Russian ordinary passport holders to enter China for business, tourism, family visits, or exchanges for up to 30 days without a visa.
Transnistria's Foreign Ministry hailed new Russian citizenship rules as a timely support for hundreds of thousands of Russian compatriots, strengthening security and social protection. The decree allows permanent residents to apply for Russian citizenship more easily.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has simplified the process for residents of Moldova's breakaway Transnistria region to obtain Russian citizenship. Moldovan President Maia Sandu criticized the move, calling it a "mobilization tool" for Russia's war in Ukraine and a tactic to threaten Moldova's EU aspirations.
Russian President Putin has simplified Russian citizenship for residents of Moldova's breakaway Transnistria region. Moldovan President Sandu criticized the move, calling it a "mobilization tool" for Russia's war in Ukraine and a tactic to threaten Moldova's EU aspirations.
Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev expressed alarm that the IAEA secretariat is not acknowledging daily Ukrainian attacks on the Zaporozhye nuclear power plant and civilian infrastructure, as well as the killing of Russian citizens. He stated this will be a key issue in upcoming consultations with the IAEA leadership.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has eased citizenship rules for residents of Moldova's breakaway Transnistria region. Moldovan President Maia Sandu criticized the move, calling it a tool for Russia to mobilize more troops for the war in Ukraine.
The Moldovan government has increased entry restrictions for Russian citizens. Dmitry Sorokin of the Russian-Moldovan Friendship and Cooperation Center alleges this is to conceal Moldovan military support for Ukraine, including drone production transfers.
The head of state thanked President Patrick Herminie for comfortable conditions created for Russian citizens in Seychelles
Over the past week, shelling has affected 133 civilians, Russian Foreign Ministry Ambassador-at-Large Rodion Miroshnik said
