Passenger Evades Border Control, Highlights Security Concerns

On June 1st, 2025, a passenger traveling on a Vilnius-Minsk bus was apprehended at the Kamenny Log border crossing in Belarus after successfully evading passport control in Lithuania. The passenger, whose identity has not been released, reportedly exited the bus during the Lithuanian passport check, waited for the other passengers to be processed, then re-boarded the bus and continued into Belarus. A spokesperson for the Belarusian Border Committee stated, "The individual was apprehended and is facing penalties for attempting to illegally cross the border." The incident raises concerns about potential security gaps in border control procedures. While the passenger's motivation remains unclear, the event serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges in maintaining secure border crossings. Further investigation is underway to determine the full extent of the security lapse and prevent similar incidents in the future.