The functionaries of the FSB’s Border Service of the Russian Federation under his command took part in systematic “filtration” operations and forced deportations of Ukrainians from the occupied territories of Ukraine. Russian border guards illegally subjected Ukrainian citizens to lengthy interrogations, searches and detentions.
He is therefore responsible for, supporting and implementing actions and policies which undermine or threaten the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine, or stability or security in Ukraine, or which obstruct the work of international organisations in Ukraine.