Finland Enacts Law to Block Asylum Seekers at Russian Border

New legislation empowers border guards to turn away migrants, citing national security concerns and alleged Russian interference.

The law, valid for one year, allows border guards to reject asylum applications at the Russian border under specific circumstances.
Finnish officials accuse Russia of 'weaponizing migration' in retaliation for Finland's NATO membership, a claim Moscow denies.
The legislation passed with 167 votes in favor and 31 against, amid concerns over human rights violations.
Certain vulnerable groups, including children and disabled individuals, are exempt from the restrictions.
Similar measures have been implemented in other European countries like Poland and Lithuania.