Boycott of Russians angers Kremlin as Foreign Ministry spokesperson urges European Commission to 'leave planet'

Russia’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson reacted sharply to what she described as Russia’s growing diplomatic isolation in the EU.

The reaction followed new guidance issued by the European External Action Service (EEAS) for EU diplomats on interactions with Russian representatives. According to the spokesperson, the document advises European diplomats to avoid direct contact with Russian counterparts at events and, if interaction is unavoidable, to ensure they do not appear together on camera.

The move is seen as another signal to the Kremlin that the European Union is prepared to pursue not only economic sanctions but also diplomatic isolation, increasing pressure on Russia over its aggression, war crimes, and violations of international law.

At the same time, Brussels has stressed that the EEAS recommendations are not personal in nature. They are intended to minimize risks and demonstrate solidarity with countries that have suffered from Russian aggression.

Commenting on the decision, the Foreign Ministry spokesperson sarcastically suggested that the European Commission should "leave the planet" or withdraw from the United Nations as long as Russia remains a member.

Russia’s Foreign Ministry also described the EU’s recommendations as "half-measures," arguing that Brussels should go further and publicly announce a complete severance of contacts with Russia. The spokesperson additionally mocked the prospect of yet another EU sanctions package, downplaying the bloc’s steps toward Russia’s international isolation.

EU countries have agreed to freeze €210 billion in Russian assets for an indefinite period.

Meanwhile, Russia’s central bank has indicated it plans to pursue legal action in Moscow against Euroclear over the frozen assets. EU officials say such moves are aimed at obstructing compensation for the damage inflicted on Ukraine.