Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk sent his condolences to the soldier's family as he blamed Russia and Belarus for the surge in attempted migrant crossings, accusing them of attempting to destabalize the EU.
Germany has announced additional controls along its borders ahead of the UEFA 2024 European football championship. Interior Minister Nancy Faeser cited Islamist terrorism and hooliganism as possible threats.
The UN migration agency has welcomed a $5.4 billion pledge to support millions of people still affected by the Syrian war, both within its borders and in neighboring countries.
A new UN report highlights the dangers of irregular migration in sub-Saharan Africa. The risks of violence and kidnapping are highest in desert regions, it says.
Italy’s prime minister, Giorgia Meloni, says criminal gangs are exploiting loopholes in the seasonal work visa scheme.