Donald Tusk announced the closure of all border crossings with Belarus. The decision is a reaction to the growing tensions and the threat of Poland's security.
Why is Poland closing the border?
The Prime Minister announced that the reason is to launch Russian-Belarusian military maneuvers"Fault"tuż przy polskiej granicy. Tusk podkreślił, że działania są skierowane w newralgiczny obszar bezpieczeństwaNATO, m.in. przesmyk suwalski, co wywołuje realne obawy o stabilność regionu.
What's it like to close the border?
The decision shall cover all crossings, including rail. Regulation enters into forceThursday at midnight.This is the first such situation in the recent history of Poland – the closure of the border occurs not only for migration reasons, but also in response to a real military threat.
Government Steps
- Współpraca z sojusznikamiNATOprzy organizacji własnych manewrów wojskowych.
- Strengthen technical border protection and intensify Border Guard activities.
- Public warnings of the increasing number of provocations and an appeal to remain vigilant.
