Poland to Impose Temporary Border Controls With Germany, Lithuania From July 7 Amid Migration Concerns, Deploys 5,000 Soldiers

Poland has announced it will impose temporary border controls with Germany and Lithuania starting July 7, 2025, in response to increasing irregular migration flows. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that the measures aim to reduce uncontrolled migrant crossings and are necessary amid tensions over Germany's intensified efforts to curb irregular migration. The decision follows rising frustration in Warsaw regarding Germany's border policies and includes deploying 5,000 Polish soldiers to support border security operations. The Polish government emphasized that these controls are intended to protect the European Union's eastern frontier. Lithuania has not been officially informed of these plans. The move marks a notable development within the Schengen Area, which traditionally allows free movement across member states' borders.