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Lithuania’s parliament on Tuesday approved a bill extending restrictions on citizens of Belarus and Russia. One more vote will be required for the bill to be finally adopted.
A total of 102 lawmakers voted in favour of the bill, while four voted against and six abstained.
At present, the bill does not предусматривает any changes to the restrictions currently in force against Belarusian and Russian citizens. They are extended until December 31, 2027. The law also introduces a ban on bringing more than 200 litres of fuel in vehicle tanks into the country.
The existing restrictions concern the issuance of Schengen visas and border crossings. The ability of Russian citizens to apply for residence permits and purchase property is also restricted. During consideration in parliament, it was proposed to equalise the restrictions imposed on Belarusians and Russians, but these amendments were not included in the bill put to a vote on Tuesday. The Foreign Affairs Committee did not support them.