Putin Backs Regional Vape Bans in Russia Tobacco Reporter Vaping is banned in countries like Mexico and Thailand here are the countries where it's illegal or restricted Vapes in Russia I T'S O V E R, now officially. Vladimir Putin approved Governor Gleb Nikitin's proposal to give regions the right to completely ban vapes and first test this 1.4 million illegal e cigarettes seized as US government bears down on unauthorized sales CNN BREAKING NEWS: Vladimir Putin announces a full ban on all vapes across Russia. The new policy aims to curb vaping nationwide, affecting sales, imports, and use of e cigarettes. Analysts Bulgaria's Vape Ban and What It Means for the Industry Xyfil Ltd