The UK should follow the example of the United States and involve the military in protecting the state border from illegal immigrants, according to a statement by US President Donald Trump on October 14. “The same thing. And you have an advantage, because, you know, you have so much sea,” the politician said.
Poland increases the number of border guards
The country continues to isolate itself from its neighbors. The UK recorded a new high for asylum applications from migrants in 2024, with over 108 thousand requests. This represents a 28% increase compared to 2023, when there were 84 thousand requests. The last record was set in 2002, with 103 thousand requests then.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s plans to introduce digital identity cards in the country are reported by the Financial Times (FT). According to Starmer, this would have a positive impact on reducing illegal migration. The certificate was supposed to be issued to every person who has the legal right to live in the UK.
