Three people detained for lack of residence permit

As part of a large-scale operation conducted on August 27, 2025, law enforcement authorities identified three individuals residing in the country without legal status. According to an official police press release, after widespread inspections and raids, these individuals were detained and the appropriate legal procedures were initiated against them.
It is reported that after the detention, administrative proceedings were launched against the individuals. However, details about their nationality, connections with local structures, or possible motives for staying in the country have not been disclosed. The official press release also emphasizes that the investigation is ongoing and that the police do not intend to slow down the pace of inspections across the country.
The authorities stated that active migration control measures will continue. The goals of such raids are to prevent illegal residence and ensure public safety. These operations are becoming increasingly important, especially in light of growing debates about migration policy and the need for strict regulation of foreign citizens’ status.
Meanwhile, this case is not an isolated one. Similar detentions have been recorded previously. For example, on August 16, 2025, similar actions by the authorities led to the detention of three individuals for illegal residence. Earlier, in May and July of the same year, similar cases also took place, demonstrating the consistency of such law enforcement measures.
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