Data obtained by Notes from Poland show 30,090 attempted crossings from Belarus across the whole of 2024.
Data obtained by Notes from Poland show 30,090 attempted crossings from Belarus across the whole of 2024.
The measures are intended to prevent illegal immigration, but he says they violate free-movement rules.
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Residents with work and family links across the borders with Germany and the Czech Republic have also called for restrictions to be loosened.
As the pandemic worsens and borders begin to close, the Polish and Ukrainian governments are working together to help those among Poland’s large Ukrainian population return home if they wish.
Ihor Mazur was detained while attempting to cross the border into Poland, and now faces an extradition hearing at a Polish court.