In the past two and a half weeks, Lithuania has not observed any illegal migrants attempting to cross its border with Belarus. This development is significant given that neighboring Latvia and Poland also reported no illegal crossings during the same period, with Latvian border officials noting zero attempts on Friday and Polish officials on Thursday. This sharp decline contrasts markedly with the previous years, particularly 2021 when illegal crossings surged, prompting accusations against the Belarusian regime for orchestrating the migration wave.

So far this year, Lithuania has recorded only 14 illegal migrants attempting to enter the country, which underscored the effectiveness of border control measures following the migration crisis. In comparison, previous years saw numbers in the thousands, with over 1,600 attempts last year and over 1,000 attempts two years prior. This drastic reduction indicates not only the tightening of border security but also possibly a shift in migration patterns in the region.

Since the beginning of the migration crisis caused by Belarus, Lithuanian border guards have prevented over 24,600 illegal migrants from entering the country. These figures reflect ongoing tensions in Eastern Europe regarding migration management, influenced by geopolitical factors, particularly the relations between the European Union and Belarus. The current situation highlights the broader challenges that regional countries face in managing humanitarian concerns while maintaining border security.