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Poland's border guard reports discovering several tunnels dug under the border fence from Belarus, suggesting involvement from Middle Eastern experts.

The Cuban coast guard killed four gunmen aboard a US-flagged speedboat after they reportedly opened fire during an intercept operation.

A report from a Czech outlet indicates that the Cuban border guard has shot four individuals in a boat originating from Florida.

Cuban border officials shot four individuals aboard a US-registered vessel after the passengers opened fire on approaching authorities, resulting in several injuries.

A New Hampshire resident has been charged with attempted murder following a shooting incident at the U.S.-Canada border, where he allegedly fired at a border guard.

Lithuanian Border Guard (VSAT) officials have turned back eight illegal migrants attempting to enter from Belarus, marking a significant reduction compared to previous years.

The Polish Border Guard reported increased attempts at illegal crossings along the Polish-Belarusian border, highlighting a notable rise in incidents.

A skier suffered severe frostbite on their fingers and required rescue by the Lapland Border Guard in extremely cold conditions.

Entry to Latvia has been denied to three foreign nationals from Moldova, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan due to security concerns, as reported by the State Border Guard.

Ukraine's border guard releases drone attack footage targeting Russian artillery and announces the removal of a Soviet general's statue in Dnipro.

Poland's Border Guard reports that unidentified objects entered Polish airspace from Belarus, prompting monitoring and investigations.

A large painting potentially by Finnish artist Ferdinand von Wright has been discovered in a cabinet at the Kainuu Border Guard facilities, prompting an investigation by the Kainuu Museum.

An oil spill in the Kemi port has led to ongoing cleanup efforts as environmental officials work to contain approximately 10,000 liters of oil that entered the sea, with about 4,000 liters recovered so far.

The State Border Guard of Latvia prevented over 12,000 illegal border crossings in the past year but identifies ongoing challenges and evolving threats.

Latvia's State Border Guard chief emphasizes the ongoing need for vigilance against illegal border crossings despite a temporary decline in such activities.

The Syrian Ministry of Defense confirmed that border guard forces will take over the Al-Tanf base from American troops, reshaping geopolitical dynamics in the region.

A Swedish man was apprehended after stealing a food delivery vehicle in Rovaniemi and attempting to cross the border into Russia.

The Lithuanian State Border Guard Service reports that there has been a notable absence of undocumented migrants crossing the border for 22 days due to severe weather conditions and a lack of organized migration activities from Belarus.

A joint patrol experiment between the police and the border guard has been launched in Kuhmo, Finland, to enhance public safety and cooperation between the two organizations.

A joint patrol initiative between the Oulu Police Department and Kainuu Border Guard has launched in Kuhmo to enhance cooperation and safety through shared duties.

The article discusses the tragic circumstances around the sinking of a vessel carrying illegal immigrants, criticizing the Greek Coast Guard's actions and the broader implications of border controls.

According to the State Border Guard Service (VSAT), no illegal migrants have been encountered at the Belarus border for 18 consecutive days, attributed to cold weather and reduced pressure from Belarus on Lithuania.

Serhiy Deineko, the former head of Ukraine's State Border Guard, has been dismissed from the military after being charged in a bribery scandal involving €204,000 related to cigarette smuggling.

Recent data from the State Border Guard Service indicates that no illegal migrants have been turned back at the Belarusian border, influenced by severe cold weather and reduced pressure from Belarus on Lithuania.

Tensions escalated in the Greek Parliament regarding Chios, with Minister Plevris affirming support for the Coast Guard while the opposition demanded an update from Kikilias amidst issues concerning illegal migrant trafficking and border security.

Ministers discussed the integration of the State Border Guard Service and the Public Security Service into the armed forces, as well as EU funding opportunities for these purposes.

For 14 days, migrants at the Belarusian border have not been turned back due to severe cold weather and decreased pressure from Belarus on Lithuania, as reported by the State Border Guard Service (VSAT).

In Pasvalio district, border guard officers caught a foreigner presenting a fake driver's license while driving a luxurious BMW.

Latvian Border Guard has thwarted the first attempts of illegal migrants trying to cross from Belarus to Latvia this year, involving two individuals.

The Estonian Police and Border Guard Board has initiated over 1,000 administrative proceedings for the public display of hostile symbols since April 2022, with an average fine exceeding 400 euros, while a lawyer argues that the law creates more problems than it solves.

The latest report from the Polish Border Guard indicates that there were no attempts to illegally cross into Poland in the past day, suggesting a continued period of relative calm at the border.

An investigation has been launched by the Nadodrzański Border Guard into the action by Robert Bąkiewicz and the Movement for Border Defense, who planted a post resembling a Polish border marker on December 30, 2025.

Russian troops are reportedly trying to extend the combat zone near the border in Sumy and Kharkiv regions, according to a spokesperson from the Border Guard Service.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has officially dismissed General Lieutenant Serhii Deineko as head of the State Border Guard Service and appointed his first deputy Valerii Vavrinjuk as interim chief amid a series of significant government reshuffles prompted by recent corruption scandals in Ukraine.

President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed Lieutenant General Serhii Deineko from the head of Ukraine's State Border Guard Service, appointing Valeriy Vavryniuk as the interim chief amid a government reshuffle.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Valerii Vavryniuk as the acting head of Ukraine's State Border Guard Service following the dismissal of Serhii Deineko from the position.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has narrowed down candidates for the head of the State Border Guard Service, with an announcement expected soon.

The Finnish Border Guard released footage of a cargo ship seized for allegedly damaging a telecommunication cable between Helsinki and Tallinn, which was carrying sanctioned Russian steel during heightened tensions in the Baltic Sea region.

Former head of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, Serhii Deineko, has been appointed as an adviser to the Minister of Internal Affairs and will later take command of the SBG unit after recovery.

Finland's border guard has released video footage of the seizure of a cargo ship suspected of damaging an underwater telecommunications cable linking Helsinki and Tallinn.

President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the replacement of Lieutenant General Serhii Deineko as the head of Ukraine's State Border Guard Service, with potential candidates to be presented soon by Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko.

Ukrainian President Zelensky appoints Oleg Ivashchenko as the new head of military intelligence, succeeding Kyrylo Budanov, amid leadership changes in the Border Guard service as well.

The Border Guard has released a new report indicating that only three illegal attempts to enter Poland were recorded from December 23 to 28.

Border Guard officers discovered five packages of cigarette contraband and remains of weather balloons during a holiday weekend near the Belarus border.