Estonian Interior Minister Calls on EU to Tighten Visa Rules for Russian Citizens

Estonian Interior Minister Igor Taro, representing the party "Eesti 200", has urged the European Union to tighten visa regulations for Russian citizens. The minister believes the current policy is too lenient and allows Russian citizens to circumvent rules.

Taro's argument is based on security concerns – he points out that Russia's aggressive foreign policy and the war in Ukraine require stricter restrictions. The minister calls on EU member states to agree on a common stricter approach to limit travel by Russian citizens to the European Union.

Currently, EU visa issuance for Russian citizens remains possible, but many countries have already introduced additional restrictions. Estonia itself is among the countries that more strictly control borders and visa issuance.

This appeal is part of broader discussions on the European Union's relations with Russia, given the geopolitical circumstances. It is not known whether the EU will decide on this issue at future meetings, but Taro's initiative indicates a desire to make visa policy even stricter.