Russia denies planning exit visas to restrict travel to NATO countries

Russia's Foreign Ministry has dismissed claims that it's considering exit visas to limit travel to NATO countries, a move that could have amplified tensions amid ongoing geopolitical strains. Such a policy would have mirrored the strict travel controls seen in other authoritarian regimes, but Russia insists this isn't on the table. This denial comes at a time when Western nations have been scrutinizing Russia's internal policies, especially in response to its military actions in Ukraine. The statement underscores the Kremlin's efforts to counter narratives suggesting it's tightening its grip on citizens' freedom of movement.