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Posted on September 5, 2025

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STOCKHOLM (Reuters) -Finland's Border Guard agency said on Friday it was sending a division to Latvia to support the Baltic nation, which is seeking to contain a flow of migrants arriving from Russian

Finland Sends Border Guards to Latvia to Manage Migrant Surge

STOCKHOLM (Reuters) -Finland's Border Guard agency said on Friday it was sending a division to Latvia to support the Baltic nation, which is seeking to contain a flow of migrants arriving from Russian ally Belarus.

Guards will be deployed at the request of Latvia through September 22, Finland said.

"The pressure resulting from illegal migration has increased at the border between Latvia and Belarus during 2025," the Finnish agency said in a statement.

The unit will carry out similar border security duties in Latvia as they do in Finland, the agency added, noting that Baltic neighbours Estonia and Lithuania had also provided resources.

Finland in 2023 closed its long border with Russia, accusing Moscow of orchestrating an influx to the Nordic country of migrants arriving from Asia and Africa.

(Reporting by Anna Ringstrom, editing by Terje Solsvik)

Key Takeaways

  • Finland sends border guards to Latvia to manage migrant surge.
  • Latvia faces increased migration pressure from Belarus.
  • Baltic neighbors Estonia and Lithuania also provide support.
  • Finland previously closed its border with Russia in 2023.
  • The deployment is at Latvia's request until September 22.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Finland sending border guards to Latvia?
Finland is sending a division of border guards to Latvia at the request of the Baltic nation to help manage the increased flow of migrants arriving from Belarus.
What is the duration of the guard deployment?
The Finnish border guards will be deployed in Latvia through September 22.
What has caused the increase in illegal migration at the Latvia-Belarus border?
The pressure from illegal migration has increased at the border between Latvia and Belarus during 2025, according to the Finnish Border Guard agency.
What similar actions have other Baltic nations taken?
Baltic neighbors Estonia and Lithuania have also provided resources to assist Latvia in managing the migrant situation.
What recent actions has Finland taken regarding its border with Russia?
In 2023, Finland closed its long border with Russia, accusing Moscow of orchestrating an influx of migrants arriving from Asia and Africa.

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