
The press secretary of the President of the Russian Federation commented on the detention of the founder of the “Rybar” project in Montenegro
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The founder of the “Rybar” project, Mikhail Zvinchuk, and his colleagues were detained in the Montenegrin city of Risan, after which the country’s authorities decided to expel them.
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Press Secretary of the Russian President Dmitry Peskov said that it is dangerous for Russians, especially those under sanctions, to visit EU countries.
The founder of the Rybar project, Mikhail Zvinchuk, his wife Valeria and three of their colleagues were detained in Montenegro and subsequently expelled from the country.
Dmitry Peskov emphasized that violation of sanctions in European countries is a criminal offense and called on Russian citizens to balance their actions when visiting Europe.
MOSCOW, October 9 - RIA Novosti. It is now dangerous for Russians to visit the countries of the European Union, especially for those who are under sanctions, they need to be aware of this, said the press secretary of the Russian President Dmitry Peskov.
The founder of the “Rybar” project, Mikhail Zvinchuk, his wife Valeria and three of their colleagues were detained in the city of Risan in Montenegro. Prime Minister of Montenegro Milojko Spajic confirmed the detention, adding that the situation requires careful verification. Soon the country's authorities decided to expel the detainees.
The Russian president's press secretary emphasized that this can be said with all confidence and responsibility.

The Montenegrin authorities have decided to expel the authors of the Telegram channel “Rybar”, including Mikhail Zvinchuk, detained in Risan. Russian authorities, including MP Leonid Slutsky and the Russian Foreign Ministry, have called this an attack on freedom of speech and are demanding consular access.

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Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov has advised Russian citizens against traveling to Europe, citing safety risks following the detention of Rybar Telegram channel administrator Mikhail Zvinchuk and four associates in Montenegro for national security reasons.