Poland rejects Germany’s proposal for joint border controls

Polish Defence Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz has firmly dismissed the idea of conducting joint border patrols with Germany along the Polish-German border.

The proposal was initially suggested by German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt during discussions with his Polish counterpart, Tomasz Siemoniak, Caliber.Az reports via Polish media.

Kosiniak-Kamysz made it clear that Poland intends to maintain separate patrols on its side of the border. He stressed that while German patrols will operate on the German side, Polish forces will independently guard their own borders.

The minister also emphasised that Germany would not dictate Poland’s border policies, underscoring Warsaw’s commitment to protecting its sovereignty and national security.

Earlier, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has announced that Poland will introduce temporary border controls with Germany and Lithuania starting from June 30 amid growing tensions over irregular migration. 

In recent weeks, the debate over migration in Poland has intensified, with far-right activists beginning to organise patrols along the border with Germany. 

By Sabina Mammadli