Germany plans to implement strict border controls starting September 16, 2024, aiming to curb irregular migration and protect against security threats like Islamist extremism. The six-month-long restrictions will affect the Schengen area, challenging free movement across Europe. Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s government faces growing pressure from far-right parties over migration concerns, particularly after recent asylum-seeker attacks. The new controls allow Germany to reject more migrants directly at its borders. However, critics warn this move could strain relations within the European Union.
