The decision to extend border controls is part of Germany's strategy to protect internal security from threats posed by Islamist terrorism and cross-border crime, reflecting rising pressures on the government.
Chancellor Olaf Scholz's government faces increasing scrutiny after multiple Islamist attacks, including a fatal knife rampage in Solingen, emphasizing the need for enhanced border security measures.
The far-right Alternative for Germany party capitalized on rising migration concerns, achieving historic electoral gains in eastern German states, stressing the political impact of security policies.
Although Germany has been operating temporary checks along its borders to address migration since 2015, the reintroduction of extended controls illustrates the ongoing tension within the Schengen Agreement framework.
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