Lithuanian minister rejects Dombrava's call to send 100 border guards to Latvia

Last week, Latvian Interior Minister Jānis Dombrava (National Alliance) called on Lithuania to provide greater assistance in combating border violators during an interview with Lithuanian public broadcaster LRT. He proposed that Lithuania send at least 100 border guards to Latvia.

This week, Lithuanian Interior Minister Martins Katelīns (LSDP) told journalists that while possibilities to help Latvia are being explored, Lithuania's border guard resources are also limited. This effectively dismisses Dombrava's idea, at least for now.

Both countries face increased pressure on their borders, but Lithuania emphasizes its own capacity constraints.