Zelensky urged to give status of refugees to Russians, “whom they are pursuing”

President of Ukraine Vladimir Zelensky considers visa restrictions for Russian citizens in Europe fair, writes Interfax-Ukraine.

“We all understand: there are people who really need protection that they are pursued in Russia can even kill, which means that they should get the help of a civilized world,” he said in a traditional video message on Friday evening.

According to him, “these are well -known legal mechanisms – through refugee, through a request for asylum, through other opportunities to help and support.”

“But this is for those who are fighting for those who are persecuted. And this should not concern the rest of Russian citizens in Europe, tourism, entertainment, business trips. It is impossible to work for a terrorist state …”, – said, – said Zelensky.