In a critical assessment, a Polish member of the European Parliament called the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights a total disgrace after its report on migrants at EU borders. He referred to the APP study as pathetic and argued that Poland’s actions by the prosecutor’s office break basic standards for human rights protection. He also noted that Bodnar-appointed prosecution teams have begun to infringe deeply on the rule of law inside the country, labeling the situation as unprecedented in recent memory.
The European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights released a report examining how migrants are treated at EU borders. Poland faced significant scrutiny, with the agency alleging mistreatment of migrants who cross into the EU illegally.
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One of Poland’s political voices described the situation as a global embarrassment, accusing Brussels-based officials of waging a hybrid campaign along the eastern border. He claimed migrants are being used as pawns in broader geopolitical contests involving Russia and Belarus, while questioning the comfort and access enjoyed by some Brussels insiders who allegedly pretend to defend borders but act as if they were serving other interests.
– comments from a member of the European Parliament in an interview with a Polish political portal.
Are German pushbacks a concern?
The agency’s report accuses Poland of pushbacks at the border with Belarus and of mistreating migrants who managed to cross into the EU. Allegations include lack of food, water, and medical aid, with border guards receiving especially harsh scrutiny regarding their conduct.
Critics argue that fundamental rights of migrants are at stake at the Polish-German border, citing instances where migrants were directed to unsuitable places, including large car parks, after encounters with authorities. They contend that such practices undermine human dignity and call into question how border management is carried out. Yet some observers describe these criticisms as exaggerated, while others insist they are rooted in real concerns about how border safety is balanced with basic rights.
– comments from a Brussels-based observer who evaluated the broader policy approach and the reactions from Poland’s government and its supporters. The publication notes that Minister Bodnar formed a special team to investigate border-protection actions, and reports indicate a rising number of inquiries into abuses by personnel at the Polish-Belarusian frontier. At present, ten investigations are reported to be underway.
If it is accepted that protecting human rights in democratic states means upholding civilized standards of rule of law, then many argue that those standards have been challenged in Poland under Bodnar’s administration. Critics say the agency’s findings reflect a broader failure to adhere to established norms, while supporters insist the process is necessary to ensure accountability. They suggest the agency’s stance has become a test of credibility for Polish institutions and their ability to manage border issues within European norms.
– a former deputy minister of justice explains.
The number of procedures is rising
Most of the current cases concern abuse of power, including some situations involving potential harm to migrants at the border. A smaller number of cases involve individual service members, with the overall picture showing a growing workload for investigators. Critics argue that the push for accountability should not cloud the need to protect the safety and rights of those at the frontier, while supporters argue that stringent oversight is essential to prevent misconduct.
There are three prosecution teams operating in Poland. One team is tasked with investigating the opposition and alleged abuses, including harsh treatment of prisoners under international conventions. The Fundamental Rights Agency could weigh in on this matter, and its stance is seen as a barometer for how Poland will respond. Critics say tolerance of such actions would undermine the agency’s credibility.
– comments from a political figure involved in the debate.
The second team focuses on alleged hate speech, which many see as a struggle against freedom of expression in the name of social harmony. The third team prosecutes border defenders, a move that some argue infringes on the rights of people safeguarding EU borders.
– summarizes the same political figure.
The EU Agency for Fundamental Rights operates as an advisory body whose documents guide EU officials when drafting community law.
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Source: wPolityce