What does Numbers 22:5 mean?

sent messengers to Balaam, son of Beor, at Pethor near the Euphrates River, in his homeland. He said, 'A people has come out of Egypt. They cover the land and are settling right across from me.' Numbers 22:5 - Modern Text Bible

(Balak sends for Balaam, a well-known diviner, hoping he can help deal with the threat. He describes Israel as a massive, invasive presence.)