Banned from Poland, Russia's 'Night Wolves' bikers vow to reach Berlin
- 9 years ago
A group of ten Russian bikers, known for their nationalist views, have been blocked by border control as they tried to enter Poland.
The group, part of the “Night Wolves” bikers loyal to President Vladimir Putin, was taking part in a ride to Berlin to commemorate what they described as the Red Army’s victory over Nazi Germany 70 years ago.
Border control officer Dariusz Sienicki outlined the situation:
“These people will not cross the border into Poland. Each of them will receive an individual decision denying them entry into Poland. The refusal has to do with the failure by these people to meet the conditions for entry and stay in Poland,” he said.
Polish authorities had already declared their intention to turn the group away, citing its ties with Putin. Germany has declared a similar intention, saying any visas will be annulled at the border.
The German foreign ministry says that while the Night Wolves’ planned parade through Berlin is legal, some of its leaders are “not pu
The group, part of the “Night Wolves” bikers loyal to President Vladimir Putin, was taking part in a ride to Berlin to commemorate what they described as the Red Army’s victory over Nazi Germany 70 years ago.
Border control officer Dariusz Sienicki outlined the situation:
“These people will not cross the border into Poland. Each of them will receive an individual decision denying them entry into Poland. The refusal has to do with the failure by these people to meet the conditions for entry and stay in Poland,” he said.
Polish authorities had already declared their intention to turn the group away, citing its ties with Putin. Germany has declared a similar intention, saying any visas will be annulled at the border.
The German foreign ministry says that while the Night Wolves’ planned parade through Berlin is legal, some of its leaders are “not pu