Latvia has intercepted over 9000 attempted illegal border crossings by immigrants this year, with some managing to enter the country illegally. These immigrants, primarily men, are using asylum requests as a tactic to delay expulsion. Approximately 130 male migrants are currently held in Liepna, Aluksne municipality while their asylum claims are processed. Efforts are underway to expedite their removal from Latvia. The situation is described as Belarus weaponizing migrants against Latvia.

Latvia has intercepted over 9000 attempted illegal border crossings by immigrants this year, with some managing to enter the country illegally. These immigrants, primarily men, are using asylum requests as a tactic to delay expulsion. Approximately 130 male migrants are currently held in Liepna, Aluksne municipality while their asylum claims are processed. Efforts are underway to expedite their removal from Latvia. The situation is described as Belarus weaponizing migrants against Latvia.