US Edition760 Dead in Mediterranean as Irregular EU Crossings Drop by 20 per Cent
EUROPEAN UNION, JUL 10 – Irregular crossings dropped 20% to 75,900 in early 2025, driven by strong prevention efforts and sharp declines on multiple EU migratory routes, Frontex reported.
- Frontex reported on Thursday that irregular border crossings into the EU fell by 20 percent to 75,900 in the first half of 2025, while 760 people died crossing the Mediterranean.
- The decline results mainly from stronger prevention by countries of departure cooperating closely with EU member states amid geopolitical upheavals and shifting asylum policies.
- Despite overall drops, the Central Mediterranean remains the busiest route with over 29,300 crossings, a 12 percent rise from last year, while Eastern Mediterranean and Western African routes saw significant decreases.
- A Frontex analyst highlighted that recent statistics reflect significant changes occurring in the EU's neighboring regions, emphasizing that the demand for protection remains as high as in past years.
- The situation implies continued smuggling activity and migrant risks despite fewer crossings, underscoring the EU’s pledge to strengthen border controls and life-saving operations at sea.
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According to data from the European Border and Coast Guard Agency Frontex, 75,900 migrants entered the EU illegally from January to the end of June, which is 20 percent fewer than in 2024.
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The Minister for Foreign Affairs warned of the need to strengthen the external borders of the European Union so that the internal borders of the Schengen area are not placed.
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The European Union's border and coast guard agency Frontex announced today that illegal crossings into the EU have decreased by 20 percent in the first six months of this year.
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