Yulia Skripal is a Russian national who gained international attention in March 2018 when she and her father, Sergei Skripal, were poisoned in Salisbury, England. The incident involved a nerve agent known as Novichok, which led to a major diplomatic crisis between Russia and several Western countries. Yulia was hospitalized for several weeks but eventually recovered from the poisoning. Following her recovery, she expressed a desire to remain in the UK for her safety. The incident raised concerns about the use of chemical weapons and the implications for international relations.