Finland has announced the extension of the closure of its border crossing points with Russia due to concerns over organized migration orchestrated by Moscow. The closure, initially set to end on April 14, will now continue 'until further notice' as a precautionary measure to safeguard national security and public order.
The Finnish Interior Ministry highlighted the potential threat posed by hundreds of third-country nationals attempting to enter Finland from Russia without proper documentation. This decision comes after over 1,300 migrants entered the country in the last three months of 2021, prompting the initial closure of the 830-mile land border.
