EU external borders: Irregular border crossings fall nearly 40% this year EU external borders: Irregular border crossings fall nearly 40% this year 2024-08-13 The number of irregular border crossings into the European Union in the first seven months of 2024 fell by 36% to 113 400, according to the preliminary data collected by Frontex. The biggest drops in irregular border crossings were seen on the Western Balkans and Central Mediterranean routes, at 75% and 64% respectively. Frontex remains committed to protecting the EU's external borders, with 2 900 officers and staff involved in various operations throughout Europe. Read more
Last month in the field: July 2024 Last month in the field: July 2024 2024-08-05 From supporting the French authorities during the summer Olympics, through helping during a search and rescue operation in Greece, to detecting smuggled drugs and stolen cars, Frontex officers worked hard all across Europe in July. Read last month’s stories from the field! Read more
Frontex provides record number of officers to support security at Olympic Games Frontex provides record number of officers to support security at Olympic Games 2024-07-23 As the world eagerly awaits the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games in France, Frontex is proud to provide a record number of officers to support French law enforcement in ensuring the safety and security of this global event. Read more
Frontex Releases Annual Risk Analysis for 2024/2025: Navigating Complex Challenges Frontex Releases Annual Risk Analysis for 2024/2025: Navigating Complex Challenges 2024-07-18 Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, announces the release of its Annual Risk Analysis for 2024/2025. This comprehensive report, crucial for strategic decision-making, highlights the evolving risks and challenges at the European Union's external borders, reflecting Frontex’s commitment to secure and humane border management. Read more
Simulation exercise in cooperation with Polish authorities Simulation exercise in cooperation with Polish authorities 2024-07-15 Frontex teamed up with Polish authorities, led by the Polish Ministry of the Interior, to test and improve Poland's contingency plans for guarding its external borders. Read more
Last month in the field: June 2024 Last month in the field: June 2024 2024-07-12 Whether it was helping lost migrants in a Greek bay, coordinating an international action against human trafficking or supporting the German authorities during the Euro 2024 football championship, Frontex officers found themselves busy in June. Click to read last month’s stories from the field! Read more
