The nationalities that saw the largest rise in numbers were Colombians and Indians.
The nationalities that saw the largest rise in numbers were Colombians and Indians.
The measures “severely restricts constitutional rights”, says Marcin Wiącek.
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The UN refugee agency has criticised the measure as a violation of international law.
They note that foreigners made up 5% of suspected criminals detained in Poland last year.
Ursula von der Leyen praised Poland’s “extraordinary solidarity” with Ukraine and noted it is facing “weaponised migration” from Belarus.
Any such measure, if introduced long term, would effectively end the Schengen Area that currently offers travel across most of Europe without border checks.
“There may be no cause for concern, but Poland will be well prepared for any situation,” said Tusk.
The measures include allowing the government to temporarily suspend the right to claim asylum.
“Poland’s security is Sweden’s security,” said Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson.
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So far this year, there have been almost 28,000 attempted illegal crossings, more than in the whole of 2023.
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Poland is already a country of mass immigration, but politicians have been reluctant to acknowledge it.