Other countries should follow Ukraine's example.

You have to feel for the couple, however having sponsored my wife, who is now a citizen, it is very clear about not having any convictions or breaking the law while the application is being processed. There are ways to protest lawfully and work toward something you believe in.

A paying customer in any café or restaurant should be able to sit, eat, use the restroom, in place of a non paying customer. I don't see the issue.