Russia bans Boris Johnson from entering country

Moscow announces move that will also bar 10 other UK government members and politicians

British prime minister Boris Johnson with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky, during the prime minister's visit to Kyiv the Ukrainian capital. Picture: Ukraine Government/PA Wire

Russia’s foreign ministry has banned Boris Johnson, Liz Truss, Ben Wallace and 10 other British government members from entering the country.

The ministry said the decision was made “in view of the unprecedented hostile action by the UK government”.