Frontex: EU border crossings down 33% in 2026
The "Frontex" agency reported that the number of irregular crossings into the European Union decreased by about one-third during the first nine months of 2026, accounting for over 91,000 cases compared to the same period last year. This decline is attributed to cooperation with partner countries and preventive measures at departure points, with Frontex teams continuing efforts to identify the nationalities of arrivals and verify documents. However, crossings along the Atlantic route to the Canary Islands saw a fourfold increase in September compared to August, as migrant smuggling networks continue to adapt their routes and wait for new opportunities. The Eastern Mediterranean and Central Mediterranean routes remained the most active, accounting for 60% of unauthorized entries into the EU.
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