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A recent agreement between the EU and the UK, set to eliminate physical barriers at the Gibraltar border, also addresses sovereignty and control issues post-Brexit.

The EU has tightened border controls on a baby milk ingredient from China following a contamination scare linked to infant formula.

Russia may be preparing for increased mobilization due to financial difficulties, indicated by the shutdown of Telegram, a new bill in the state Duma, and tighter border controls.

The Liberal Democrats are urging the home secretary to postpone new border regulations that could bar British dual nationals from entering the UK.

Lithuanian customs, as stated by presidential advisor Deividas Matulionis, have significantly tightened border controls using modern X-ray equipment at many border points.

Lithuania's customs authorities have intensified border controls to combat smuggling and regulate imports, amid rising concerns about phytosanitary checks.

Germany has decided to extend its border controls for an additional six months due to ongoing security and migration issues.

Germany has announced the extension of border controls until at least September due to ongoing migration and security concerns.

Germany has announced that it will extend its border controls until at least mid-September 2026 due to concerns regarding uncontrolled migration affecting safety and order.

Germany has announced a six-month extension of its temporary border controls, citing the need for more effective migration management.

Germany is extending border controls with its neighbors for six more months as part of its new migration policy, according to Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt.

Germany has extended its border controls for an additional six months due to ongoing security concerns.

Riho Terras emphasizes the need for stricter border controls in Europe due to changing attitudes towards immigration.

The article discusses the tragic circumstances around the sinking of a vessel carrying illegal immigrants, criticizing the Greek Coast Guard's actions and the broader implications of border controls.

Estonia and Latvia are addressing concerns over cross-border crime, with intentions to implement stricter controls, but differ on the necessity of electronic entry forms for third-country nationals.

Following the implementation of a 30% tariff on Colombian products entering Ecuador, Colombian police have increased controls at the Rumichaca international bridge, tightening border security.

German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt praised the ministry's efforts, claiming a significant shift in migration trends with asylum applications dropping by 50% to approximately 113,000 by 2025, attributing this success to stricter border controls.

EU Interior Commissioner Magnus Brunner urges the German government to end its border controls soon, emphasizing that border checks should only be temporary and advocating for better protection of external borders to eliminate the need for internal checks in light of the upcoming EU asylum reform.

Germany has halved illegal entries of foreigners through increased border controls and reduced family reunification policies, with 62,526 illegal entries recorded in 2025.

The article discusses the ongoing push by the CSU political party in Germany to enforce stricter refugee and asylum policies, particularly highlighting the situation of Syrian refugees and the impact of border controls on illegal migration.

Since the reintroduction and intensification of border controls in May 2025, the number of illegal entries into Germany has halved over two years.

The number of illegal entries into Germany has halved over the past two years, with the Federal Police registering 62,526 cases in 2025, thanks to intensified border controls by Federal Minister of the Interior Alexander Dobrindt.

The European Union plans to enhance border controls regarding pesticides, antibiotics, and hormones imported from Mercosur, as the anticipated trade agreement faces opposition from France and Italy despite more audits being announced.

In 2025, over 3,000 migrants died attempting to reach Spain by sea, a decline from the previous year, but activists warn this is due to tighter border controls forcing migrants to risk more perilous routes.

Asylum law expert Daniel Thym criticizes the government for sending migration policy signals of order and control without implementing a systemic change, outlining three major issues that need to be addressed and warning that border controls may end by mid-2026.