Finland Prepares New Entry Restrictions for Russians, Targeting Athletes

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland will soon prepare proposals to tighten entry restrictions for citizens of Russia, including the ability to deny entry to Russian professional athletes, Prime Minister Petteri Orpo told MTV Uutiset.

Finland has restricted entry for Russians since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, specifically refusing to issue tourist visas.

Now, the government is considering the implementation of additional measures. Orpo noted that a total ban on entry for citizens of Russia into Finland would be a consistent decision.

Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen said on X that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is moving quickly to prepare a proposal to amend the government’s principle decision on the entry of Russians. She emphasized that “Russia must end its war of aggression in Ukraine.”

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Netherlands Blocks Three Pro-Putin Russian Gymnasts From World Championships

Oct 14, 2026 15:03

On November 2, the Finnish city of Turku announced that it might refuse to co-host the 2028 IIHF World Junior Championship if the Russian national team was allowed to compete.

Municipal officials confirmed that the venue would not host any matches involving Russian competitors while Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine continued.

Turku Mayor Piia Elo emphasized that hosting the event under such circumstances directly contradicted the city’s core values and ethical standards, noting that local leadership was prepared to give up significant economic and cultural opportunities to maintain this stance.

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