The border barrier with Belarus is already doing its job, and it will be fully secured once perimeter monitoring equipment is in place, according to Maciej Wąsik, deputy head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Administration, speaking to PAP. When asked about the total cost, estimated at PLN 1.6 billion, he noted that any increase would be marginal. (Official briefing)
The State Secretary also highlighted that along the eastern stretch near the Bug river in the Lublin region, the Ministry has a comprehensive border-control plan underway. (Official briefing)
The approach may look different now, but he indicated that detailed plans would not be disclosed yet. (Official briefing)
The migration pressure on the Bug has declined significantly, and for the moment traditional measures are sufficient, he stressed. (Official briefing)
He recalled that the main challenges were concentrated in the Podlaskie Voivodeship. (Official briefing)
In Kuźnica, there were incidents where, urged by Belarusian services, migrants attempted to breach the border and set up camps nearby. They clashed with Polish officers using stones, shovels, and other objects, leading to regular confrontations. Those scenes are no longer possible, according to Wąsik. (Official briefing)
With the barrier now physically completed, restrictions on entry to 183 towns in Podlaskie and Lublin Voivodeships have been lifted. When asked if the ban could be reimposed if the situation worsened, the deputy head of the Ministry replied that there are legal instruments available and he hoped they would not need to use them. (Official briefing)
It was noted that from Friday a narrow strip spanning 200 meters at the border, where the perimeter investment will be implemented, will become off-limits. The Podlaskie Voivode announced this in accordance with the applicable law. (Official briefing)
He added that the new regime would be considerably less restrictive than previous measures, and normal tourism and economic activity are expected to resume. (Official briefing)
Amid political commentary, officials emphasized that border-security measures are essential for national safety while maintaining a focus on proportional, legally grounded responses. (Official briefing)
The official updates highlighted ongoing momentum behind the electronic barrier project along the Polish-Belarusian border, and affirmed that the barrier’s scheduled completion remains on track. The updates underscored the government’s commitment to securing the border while enabling lawful travel and commerce. (Official briefing)
Note: All information reflects official briefings and public statements related to border security operations in the border regions discussed above. (Official briefing)