Western countries reacted to Russia’s genocidal invasion of Ukraine by imposing sanctions. This saw over 1000 Western companies pledge to leave. Never mind that, to date, less than 10% of them have.
Sergei Lavrov unwelcome in the West
But many Western countries also banned Russian musicians, ballet dancers, and films. So sanctions are hurting Russians living outside the country more than those inside.
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov spends most of his time outside Russia. No country has banned him. But all are treating him like a skunk.