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Warsaw – Poland has decided to extend its border controls with Germany and Lithuania until April 4, 2026, in a bid to combat illegal migration, according to a statement from the Interior Ministry reported 24brussels.
The temporary border checks, first implemented in July, follow a similar approach adopted by other EU nations aiming to thwart illegal migration. Since resuming these checks, border guard officers have been empowered to selectively stop vehicles for inspection. The Polish government maintains that these measures are essential to manage uncontrolled migration flows effectively.
This decision to reinstate border checks generated significant political debate last summer, primarily focusing on Germany’s policy regarding the return of illegal migrants, which has led to many being stranded at the borders. This issue is further exacerbated by the ongoing migrant crisis at Poland’s eastern border, where thousands of migrants, predominantly from the Middle East and Africa, have attempted to cross illegally via Belarus since late 2021.
Poland has accused Belarus and Russia of orchestrating this migrant crisis, a claim both nations deny. Polish and EU authorities characterize it as a coordinated effort by Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, with ties to the Kremlin, aimed at destabilizing the EU. Many migrants crossing from Belarus into Poland or Lithuania subsequently attempt to reach wealthier EU countries such as Germany.
What role does Germany play in migrant returns?
The reinstatement of border checks is closely linked to ongoing discussions around Germany’s approach to handling illegal migrants, which has raised concerns about their treatment and the implications for broader EU migration policies.
Why are Belgium and the Netherlands reinstating border controls too?
Accompanying Poland’s actions, Belgium and the Netherlands have also reintroduced border checks due to public dissatisfaction over undocumented migration threatening the integrity of the EU’s Schengen area. Belgium has announced targeted checks at major entry points, including motorway networks, bus services, and international train routes, particularly in areas facing significant migration pressure. The aim is to address “irregular migration,” often dubbed “asylum shopping.”
On December 9, 2024, the Netherlands initiated temporary border controls for six months, particularly along its borders with Belgium and Germany, to tackle irregular migration and human smuggling. These checks are informed by risk assessments at border crossings, international train stations, and selected flights.
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The Epic Games Store reported a significant increase in downloads on October 1, 2025, following the implementation of the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), which compelled Apple to simplify its process for installing third-party app marketplaces, reports 24brussels.
Statistics released by Epic on Wednesday indicate that the installation drop-off rate for the Epic Games Store on iOS has decreased from 65 percent to approximately 25 percent since the July release of iOS 18.6.
This “updated user experience” was introduced after the EU commission expressed concerns in April that Apple’s installation process was overly complicated for users attempting to utilize alternative app distribution channels. Epic highlighted that the installation flow has been streamlined from 15 steps to just 6, with the removal of a previous “scare screen” that provided misleading messages, and the elimination of dead-ends that previously left users stuck in settings.
Epic stated, “For the first time, we are starting to see iOS users install the Epic Games Store with a success rate approaching Windows users and Apple’s own Mac users.” Despite these advancements, Epic contends that further enhancements are necessary, alleging that Apple’s continued anti-competitive behavior is infringing upon the DMA and discouraging developers from distributing games through the Epic Games Store on iOS when compared to Android.
Furthermore, Epic criticized Google’s 12-step installation process for Android, claiming that its “deceptive user interface sabotages Epic Games Store install attempts on Android” more than 50 percent of the time.
This development reflects broader movements in the tech industry, as regulatory pressures influence how major platforms manage app distribution and user engagement, highlighting ongoing challenges for competitors in the digital marketplace.
Moscow – Emergency diesel generators have maintained cooling functions at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southern Ukraine for the ninth consecutive day following the disruption of an external power line, according to reports by its Russian management on Wednesday, reports 24brussels.
The Russian state RIA news agency quoted officials from the plant, indicating that while the backup electricity supply is currently sufficient, the restoration of a regular power supply through the external Dneprovskaya line remains problematic due to ongoing Ukrainian shelling.
Ukrainian authorities have countered that Russian attacks are obstructing efforts to restore external power to Europe’s largest nuclear facility. The last external power line was severed amidst hostilities on September 23, heightening concerns regarding the plant’s safety.
The Russian management reported that emergency generators are adequately functioning, with only a limited number currently in operation. They further assured that all equipment is operating normally.
What safety risks arise from prolonged power outages?
The Zaporizhzhia plant houses six reactors of the Soviet-designed VVER-1000 V-320 model, which utilize water-cooling and moderation techniques, containing Uranium 235. Currently, all reactors are shut down, resulting in lower temperature levels.
The critical risk is that without external power or functioning emergency generators, the nuclear fuel—located just 500 kilometers from the site of the 1986 Chernobyl disaster—may overheat, potentially leading to a meltdown.
What does the IAEA say regarding the shutdown?
Maintaining power is vital for circulating water necessary to cool the reactors and spent fuel. The IAEA and Russian officials state that radiation levels remain stable amidst the ongoing conflict. However, the United Nations’ nuclear agency has repeatedly issued serious warnings about the risk of a significant nuclear incident near various large Soviet-era nuclear facilities in Ukraine.
“Europe’s largest nuclear power plant has been without external power for more than a week now, which is by far the longest-lasting such event during more than three and a half years of war,”
stated IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi.
“The current status of the reactor units and spent fuel is stable as long as the emergency diesel generators are able to provide sufficient power to maintain essential safety-related functions and cooling,”
he added.
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