The Counteroffensive with Tim Mak

The Counteroffensive with Tim Mak

Should the EU ban Russian tourists?

While the EU is considering a limited ban on tourist visas for Russian soldiers, Diana, a Ukrainian refugee in Italy, shows why encounters with Russian tourists can be so triggering.

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Jul 11, 2026
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