Russia has announced that they have banned 500 U.S. citizens from entering the country, including former President Barack Obama. This ban has been put in Russia has banned 500 U.S. citizens, including Obama, in response to sanctions imposed by the United States. Notable figures on the banned list include late-night hosts, former U.S. Ambassador, and CNN Anchor. The move comes after Russia refused the latest request for consular access for a Wall Street Journal reporter.