President Schulz asks Russian ambassador for explanations over denied MEP visit

MEP Gabrielius Landsbergis i, EP Rapporteur for Russia, was scheduled to visit Moscow on 29-31 January, but Russian authorities prevented him from doing so.

I have raised the issue with the Russian ambassador to the EU Vladimir Chizhov.

I stressed to the Ambassador that banning such a mission is counterproductive and urged him to reconsider the decision, given the importance of the visit for both sides.

Even in the current deep crisis in our relationship, diplomatic channels of communication should remain open. I expect the Ambassador to get back to me regarding my request as soon as possible.