Latvia Restricts Border Crossings with Russia and Belarus

According to the Border Guard, the restrictions on the work of Latvian border crossings should not significantly affect the activities of Estonian border crossings.

Latvia further restricts border traffic to its neighbouring countries Russia and Belarus for security reasons.

Latvia Restricts Border Crossings with Russia and Belarus

Latvia will impose new restrictions at its border checkpoints with Russia and Belarus, allowing only motor vehicles to cross, the government announced Tuesday, citing an alleged surge in refugees.

Starting Wednesday, March 19, Latvia will close three border crossings for pedestrians: Grebnevo and Terekhovo on the border with Russia, and Paternieki on the border with Belarus. This decision was made by the Cabinet of Ministers, Delfi writes.

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Isle of Man Government - Financial Sanctions: Republic of Belarus

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