European Union unveils five measures to strengthen external borders against mass crossingsThe European Commission announced the plan responding to recent eastern border pressures
Strategy aims to prevent, anticipate, and respond to sudden mass irregular crossings
First measure deepens cooperation with partner countries and expands EUROSUR coordination centersDigital partnerships will monitor online content fueling illegal migration on social media
Criminal gangs behind irregular crossings and trafficking face stronger Europol support nowCommission notes crossings are lowest in years but tools need upgrading urgently