The US State Department introduces a permanent visa bond of up to $20,000 for citizens of 50 countries to reduce visa overstays and abuse.
The EU recommends withdrawing €2 million funding from the Venice Biennale due to Russia’s participation, raising concerns about democratic values and sanction compliance amid geopolitical tensions.
France has imposed stricter Schengen visa rules for Russians, requiring personal submission and biometric data, joining Italy, Spain, and Hungary in tightening EU visa policies.
Activists Pussy Riot and Femen protested Russia’s official representation at the Venice Biennale, demanding that political prisoners with pro-Ukrainian views be featured instead.
Germany's Bundeswehr Military Museum in Koblenz restricts entry for Uzbek citizens and other Central Asian nationals under new security laws, impacting cultural and economic exchanges.