Belarus introduces entry control at border with Russia

Temporary border control has been introduced between Belarus and Russia, checkpoints have been set up.

That's according to the Belarus newspaper Zerkalo with reference to the State Border Committee, Ukrinform reports. 

The Belarusian border guards' hotline explained that the measures are part of the implementation of the agreement on mutual recognition of visas with Russia. The control is carried out in six main areas - only for entry. The measures were introduced temporarily, but how long they will last is unknown. "Until a special order is issued," the agency said.

Various Telegram channels report that there are queues at the border, especially on the M-1 highway. Russians are being checked most thoroughly - "everyone is being kicked out of their cars, searched, and their documents are being recorded."

As Ukrinform reported, on May 2, self-proclaimed President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko held a meeting on "topical issues of security and measures to protect the state border," citing alleged provocations at the border and infiltration by "saboteurs."