"Complete closure of the border is not excluded": businesses and residents prepare for the nighttime closure of border points
The Estonian government has decided to close two border points, Koidula and Luhamaa, nightly from February 24, 2026, affecting local businesses and residents.
The new border crossing schedule does not suit many cross-border workers
The Estonian government's decision to close the Koidula and Luhamaa border crossing points at night has created difficulties for many workers commuting from Petseri to Värska.
Closing the Border at Night Puts Some Businesses in Southern Estonia in a Difficult Position
The Estonian government's decision to close two land border points, Koidula and Luhamaa, at night has created significant operational challenges for local businesses in Southern Estonia.
The Closure of Koidula and Luhamaa Border Points Primarily Affects Bus Companies
The Estonian government's decision to close the Koidula and Luhamaa border points overnight will primarily impact bus companies and parking operators at road border points.
Night closure of Koidula and Luhamaa border points mostly affects bus companies
The nighttime closure of Koidula and Luhamaa border points in Estonia, commencing February 24 for three months, primarily impacts bus companies and parking operators due to decreased operating hours in response to incidents from Russia.
Estonia closes border checkpoints from night traffic
The Estonian government has decided to close the Luhamaa and Koidula border checkpoints starting February 24 due to operational disruptions caused by Russia's activities at the border.
Estonia closes night traffic at Luhamaa and Koidula road border points for three months
Due to border incidents originating from Russia, the Estonian government has decided to close night traffic at the Luhamaa and Koidula road border points for three months starting from February 24.
Estonia to close night traffic at Luhamaa and Koidula border from February 24 for three months
Estonia will temporarily close the Luhamaa and Koidula border checkpoints to night traffic starting February 24, due to increasing tensions and irrational behavior from Russia.