Poland has announced a six-month extension of its temporary border control measures with Germany and Lithuania, now set to remain in effect until April 4, 2026. The decision, originally implemented on July 7, 2025, was due to expire on October 4, but has been prolonged in response to ongoing security concerns and increased migration pressures.
Key Details
- Border Control Points:
- 50 checkpoints along the Polish-German border
- 13 checkpoints along the Polish-Lithuanian border
- Purpose:
- To address rising illegal border crossings
- To strengthen national security and manage migration flows
Background
Poland has recorded over 25,000 illegal crossings along its border with Belarus this year, positioning itself as a key frontline state in the EU’s migration crisis. The country has also temporarily closed and reopened its border with Belarus in response to joint Russian-Belarusian military exercises, citing national security risks.
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