The Salla border crossing in northern Finland is closed following an incident involving two German tourists. Finnish Border Guard officials reported fining the tourists approximately 500 euros 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 restricted zone near the border. The closure of the Salla border crossing is ongoing as authorities assess the situation and implement necessary security measures. The tourists were attempting to visit the border independently. Topics: #border #tourists #finland Post navigation Finland fined tourists who had been watching Russian tourists in the border zone Finland fined tourists who had been watching Russian tourists in the border zone
“It’s concerning to see such strict measures being taken, but understandable given the current geopolitical climate.” Reply