border · June · Estonia (граница · июнь · эстония)

Hundreds of people seeking entry into Russia have gathered at the border in Estonia. On June 16, it was reported that those wishing to enter Russia from Estonia were forced to spend the night at the border.

Consensus

Queues formed at the Estonian-Russian border near Narva
The number of people waiting reached several hundred, with some estimates reaching 500
People were waiting for 12 to 16 hours to cross the border
The operating hours of the pedestrian checkpoint 'Narva-1' were reduced starting June 15
The checkpoint 'Narva-1' now operates from 07:00 to 19:00 local time
Some people spent the night at the border due to long queues

Points of divergence

The situation became critical by evening of June 29 — vesti
The checkpoint 'Narva-1' was closed at night, with people spending the night outside — kommersant
The restrictions affect not only Russians but also Estonian residents living near the border — vesti
Tents were seen near the checkpoint starting June 28 — kommersant

Coverage (2 sources)

Hundreds of People Gathered at the Estonia-Russia Border to Enter Russia — Вести
Queues of 500 people formed at the border crossing from Estonia to Russia — Коммерсантъ

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