#irregular-migration

#irregular-migration

The UK sanctioned Balkans-based gangs and financiers who it said facilitated small boat crossings across the English Channel. The UK Foreign Office said the sanctions, which include asset freezes and travel bans, targeted criminal gangs involved in "illegal migration to the UK." The sanctions came as British Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosted European leaders at a Western Balkans summit to discuss migration and economy.

Nigel Farage took to the sea, filming irregular migrants crossing the Channel, thriving on the situation which bolstered his popularity and grievances regarding immigration.

Poland has reintroduced temporary border controls with Germany and Lithuania in response to public concerns over irregular migration. The measures will last until 5 August.