Finland fined tourists who had been watching Russian tourists in the border zone

The Salla border crossing in northern Finland is closed following an incident involving two German tourists. Finnish Border Guard officials reported issuing fines totaling approximately 500 euros to the tourists for entering the Salla area without authorization, seeking to view the Russian border. The incident occurred on Tuesday, July 25, 2023.

Border security personnel intervened to prevent the tourists from approaching the designated restricted zone near the border. The closure of the Salla border crossing is a precautionary measure while authorities assess the situation and implement appropriate protocols. The two tourists were reportedly visiting Finland as part of a tour group.

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