Starting Thursday, Poland has reinstated a temporary ban on entering a designated area along its border with Belarus, which will remain in effect for another three months. This restriction, continuously renewed since June 13, 2024, is grounded in a regulation by the Minister of the Interior and Administration dated February 25, 2026, which extends its validity for a further 90 days. The ongoing tensions in the region have prompted the government to maintain these restrictions to address the perceived threats from the Belarusian side.

The area covered by the ban remains unchanged from prior decisions, encompassing a total of 78.29 kilometers of the national border. This territory falls under the jurisdiction of Border Guard facilities located in Michałowo, Narewka, Białowieża, Dubicze Cerkiewne, and Czeremsze. The restriction is particularly stringent along a stretch of 59.24 kilometers, which prohibits access within 200 meters from the border line, while in the vicinity of nature reserves, the restricted area extends significantly deeper into Polish territory, reaching around 2 kilometers.

This extension of restrictions underscores the Polish government's ongoing response to pressures and challenges along its eastern border with Belarus. The situation has implications for not only domestic security and migration management but also for regional stability in light of the geopolitical tensions involving Belarus and the influence of Russia. These measures are indicative of a broader context in which Poland seeks to reinforce its border security while balancing humanitarian concerns in a highly charged environment.