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Frontex: Irregular border crossings into the EU down 37% in the first half of 2026

2026-07-10

The number of irregular border crossings into the European Union continued to fall in the first six months of 2026, with detections down by 37% compared with the same period last year. More than 49 000 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 joins World Customs Organization to target cash and valuables smuggling in Southeast Europe

Frontex joins World Customs Organization to target cash and valuables smuggling in Southeast Europe

Cash in several currencies and silver jewellery were seized in a pilot operation in Southeast Europe, as Frontex and the World Customs Organization (WCO) joined forces against a lesser-known form of smuggling, the movement of cash and valuables across borders.

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