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Frontex: Irregular border crossings into the EU down 40% in the first five months of 2026

2026-06-12

The number of irregular border crossings into the European Union continued to fall in the first five months of 2026, with detections down by almost 40% compared with the same period last year. Nearly 39 000 crossings were recorded, according to preliminary data collected by Frontex. The decline reflects sustained cooperation with partner countries and preventive measures in key departure states, which continue to reduce the number of boats setting out towards Europe.

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Frontex Opens New Contingent to Strengthen Border Coordination in Portugal and Spain

Frontex Opens New Contingent to Strengthen Border Coordination in Portugal and Spain

Lisbon, 24 June -Today, Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, opened a new Contingent Command in Lisbon, Portugal, bringing its coordination and leadership closer to one of Europe's most important external frontiers. The new structure covers Portugal and Spain.

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