MOSCOW - Russia has imposed retaliatory sanctions against 21 British parliamentarians, the country's foreign ministry said Wednesday.

It said the decision was taken in response to London's "confrontational course," its efforts to fabricate anti-Russian narratives, undermine Moscow's international influence, and its continued supply of weapons to Ukraine.

In response, Russia has added 21 British lawmakers to its "stop list," the foreign ministry said, adding that the officials will be banned from entering the country.

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The anti-Russian sanctions imposed by Britain and aggressive rhetoric from British officials show that London is committed to open confrontation with Russia, it said.

The foreign ministry said London's hostile statements undermine bilateral cooperation, adding that Moscow will closely monitor the situation and draw appropriate conclusions.