Lithuania Bolsters Border Security with Belarus Amidst Migrant Crisis

Lithuania Strengthens Belarus Border Amidst Migrant Influx Amidst a surge in illegal immigration, Lithuania is bolstering its border security with Belarus. The country's border guard service announced the deployment of additional military personnel to the Varena region, effective Thursday. This decision comes in response to a significant increase in the number of people attempting to cross the border illegally. "The number of military personnel deployed will not be disclosed," stated Rustamas Liubajevas, head of the border guard service, in an interview with TV3 News. "However, the army's assistance will enable us to effectively monitor several sections of the border." In the past 24 hours alone, Lithuanian border guards apprehended 48 individuals attempting to illegally cross the border. The increased security measures include the deployment of troops and the reinforcement of border barriers. The situation highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Lithuania in managing its borders and underscores the complex geopolitical dynamics in the region.