Russia declares Guernsey an 'unfriendly state'

The Kremlin imposed sanctions after accusing Guernsey of supporting restrictions against the Russian Federation

Russia has added Guernsey to its list of unfriendly states and territories.

The Kremlin has accused the island's government of supporting economic restrictions against the Russian Federation and has imposed sanctions.

Reacting on Twitter, External Affairs Minister Jonathan Le Tocq said: "Clearly little Guernsey's sanctions are beginning to bite."

Jersey was already listed as an unfriendly state, which meant it was already subject to economic sanctions.

In March, Guernsey legally put sanctions on Russia.

A spokesperson from the Policy and Resources Committee said: "The Bailiwick of Guernsey continues to stand by the people of Ukraine and remains in lockstep with the United Kingdom in respect of measures against Russia, as it has done since Russia began its war".

The Isle of Man and the Bahamas have been added to the Russian list too.

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