Finland's Response to Migrants Crossing from Russia Sparks Controversy

Finland's parliament is poised to pass a bill granting border guards the authority to turn back asylum seekers coming from Russia in an effort to combat what they perceive as Russia weaponizing migration. The move, seen as a response to Russia's alleged encouragement of migrants to cross the border, is leading to divisions among lawmakers as concerns about potential violations of international human rights agreements emerge.

The controversial law, aiming to reject asylum seekers directly at the border without processing their applications, has sparked debates on the clash between national security and human rights. Legal experts doubt the law's compatibility with EU regulations and Finland's constitution, highlighting the complex challenges faced by countries at the intersection of migration and geopolitics.