Finland Keeps Russia Border Closed Indefinitely
Finland’s eastern border with Russia remains closed following a phased closure in late 2023 due to concerns over Russia using migrant flows to exert pressure. Parliament is currently reviewing an extension of the border security act, including a “pushback” law allowing the Border Guard to refuse entry to asylum seekers deemed part of Russia’s hybrid warfare tactics. This action is justified by the persistent risk of instrumentalised migration posing a significant threat to Finland’s national security and public order. The ongoing situation underscores the precarious geopolitical landscape in the region.
John Q. Hosedrinker