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1. Which country recently passed a law empowering border guards to block asylum seekers crossing from Russia?
Finland's parliament recently approved a law allowing border guards to block asylum seekers crossing from Russia. This legislative move, supported by 167 out of 200 parliament votes, is aimed at enhancing national security and addressing concerns over potential migrations influenced by geopolitical factors involving Russia. Finland, with its capital in Helsinki, recognizes Finnish and Swedish as its official languages, and this law reflects its response to regional security challenges.