Finland To Close Some Border Crossings Amid Surge in Illegal Migrant Arrivals
Finland’s Prime Minister, Petteri Orpo, has announced the closure of four border crossings with Russia in the south, effective midnight Friday, citing a recent surge in illegal crossings, particularly by citizens from Syria, Yemen, and Iraq.
The closed crossing points include Vaalimaa, Nuijamaa, Niirala, and Imatra, situated in the far south-east of the country.
Two crossings in the north, Salla and Vartius, will remain open for asylum applications.
Finland alleges that Russia is deliberately assisting individuals without proper documentation in reaching the border.
Orpo accuses Russian authorities of facilitating and escorting migrants to the border.
Finland To Close Some Border Crossings Amid Surge in Illegal Migrant Arrivals
Finland’s Prime Minister, Petteri Orpo, has announced the closure of four border crossings with Russia in the south, effective midnight Friday, citing a recent surge in illegal crossings, particularly by citizens from Syria, Yemen, and Iraq.
The closed crossing points include Vaalimaa, Nuijamaa, Niirala, and Imatra, situated in the far south-east of the country.
Two crossings in the north, Salla and Vartius, will remain open for asylum applications.
Finland alleges that Russia is deliberately assisting individuals without proper documentation in reaching the border.
Orpo accuses Russian authorities of facilitating and escorting migrants to the border.
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