EU border crossings via illegal means decreased by approximately 20%
Let's Talk About Border Biz: Frontex Reports 20% Drop in Illegal EU Entries
That's right, the EU border agency Frontex has spilled the beans on a 20% decrease in illegal entries into the ol' EU this year compared to last, babes. In the first five months, they've tallied up 63,700 sneaky crossings, according to their HQ in Warsaw. You might be thinking, "Whoa, that's still a lot!" And you'd be right, but it's less than last year, so that's something, right?
Most of these daring dudes hail from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Mali. But fear not, because the agencies on the front lines have been getting their hands dirty to keep the numbers in check.
The biggest drop offs were in the Western Balkans states (down 65%), the West African route (down 35%), and the Eastern Mediterranean (down 30%). That's right, they're tightening their borders and making life a living nightmare for the smugglers.
Not everything's going smooth sailing though. Frontex reports a 7% increase in migrants crossing the Mediterranean towards Italy. The little devils are getting crafty, deploying multiple boats at once to boost their chances of success. And let's not forget about the knuckleheads trying to slip into the UK via the English Channel – that scheme's been up by 17% this year, resulting in 25,540 detected crossings.
Now, last year, Frontex reported a decrease of 38% in registered illegal border crossings into the EU, and while this year's numbers aren't at last year's low, it's still a step in the right direction, don't you think?
And if you're wondering what Frontex's been doing when they're not blocking illegal entries, they've also been on a mission to stop counterfeit goods at EU borders, proving once again that they're the real MVPs of cross-border crime-fighting.
Source: ntv.de, AFP
Extra fun details:- Frontex, in their endless pursuit of border security, have been working on new legislation aimed at increasing and speeding up returns. It's like they're trying to say, "Get outta here, migrants!"- The EU's political climate has been a pretty tight ship lately when it comes to immigration, which might ensure those wanting to sneak in think twice before attempting the journey.- The majority of the dudes attempting to cross the border illegally this year hail from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Mali, with Afghans leading the pack.- Some of the smuggling networks have been adapting by using simultaneous boat departures to increase the number of successful crossings. Talk about teamwork!- Frontex has also been busy stopping counterfeit goods at EU borders, highlighting their multifaceted role in combating cross-border crime.
So, there you have it, folks. The EU's got their border game on lock, but those crafty smugglers are still trying to push the envelope. Stay tuned for more updates from our friends at Frontex!
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