On May 21, 2024, Latvian authorities confirmed that the situation on the Latvian-Belarus border remains stable despite ongoing waves of migrants attempting illegal crossings, ranging from 15 to 70 attempts daily. So far in 2024, 1,915 people have been prevented from crossing illegally, while 10 were allowed crossing humanitarian grounds. Migrants primarily originate from countries including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nigeria, and Mali, using organized groups and fence cutting to cross where border fencing is incomplete. The Latvian State Border Guard emphasizes presence and control with cooperation from police and national guard. Eleven smugglers have been apprehended this year. Locals near villages Saliena and Silene report no safety concerns though they desire more timely updates from authorities. A border post in Silene remains closed for eight months, raising local concerns. Reinforced border security regimes will stay until September 12 across border regions including Ludza, Krāslava, Augšdaugava, parts of Daugavpils, and Kaunata parish, Rēzekne region.

On May 21, 2024, Latvian authorities confirmed that the situation on the Latvian-Belarus border remains stable despite ongoing waves of migrants attempting illegal crossings, ranging from 15 to 70 attempts daily. So far in 2024, 1,915 people have been prevented from crossing illegally, while 10 were allowed crossing humanitarian grounds. Migrants primarily originate from countries including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nigeria, and Mali, using organized groups and fence cutting to cross where border fencing is incomplete. The Latvian State Border Guard emphasizes presence and control with cooperation from police and national guard. Eleven smugglers have been apprehended this year. Locals near villages Saliena and Silene report no safety concerns though they desire more timely updates from authorities. A border post in Silene remains closed for eight months, raising local concerns. Reinforced border security regimes will stay until September 12 across border regions including Ludza, Krāslava, Augšdaugava, parts of Daugavpils, and Kaunata parish, Rēzekne region.