Christian Democrats announce self-imposed ban on trips to Russia

The Christian Democratic Party has announced a self-imposed ban on trips to Russia until the country ceases destabilizing Ukraine. Party leader Pavel Bělobrádek said at a press conference on Tuesday that party members are willing to attend political negotiations on neutral ground but refuse to travel to Russia. Another reason for the move is the recent blacklist of EU politicians and diplomats, released by Russia, which bans them from entering the country. Four Czechs, including the head of the TOP 09 party Karel Schwarzenberg and former EU commissioner Štefan Füle are also included on the list.

Author: Ruth Fraňková