Latvian border guards will be allowed to use explosives and release dogs. The Latvian Seimas Committee approved the extension of powers. Delphi reports this. According to the amendments, the border guards will also be able to use firearms, physical force and special measures to protect protected facilities and border infrastructure. If a person is injured or killed as a result of using a weapon, the border guard must notify the prosecutor's office immediately, but no later than 24 hours. More IZ RU news in max.