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Dutch Citizens Carry Out Own Border Checks to Protest Migration Policy
- Around a dozen Dutch citizens conducted unauthorized border checks on June 7-8 near Ter Apel and Rütenbrock, Germany, targeting asylum seekers in vehicles.
- These actions followed rising frustration with what participants called uncontrolled immigration and came days after PVV leader Geert Wilders toppled the government over asylum policy disputes.
- The vigilantes wore reflective jackets, stopped cars on the N366 route, and inspected trunks, while local police and officials repeatedly condemned the practice as illegal and dangerous.
- Justice Minister David van Weel expressed understanding of the public's frustration but cautioned against taking matters into their own hands, emphasizing that law enforcement agencies should handle the situation, while Geert Wilders commended the citizens' actions as an excellent initiative.
- The incident highlights ongoing tensions over asylum policies, with early elections set for October 29, 2025, and authorities warning against vigilantism despite public dissatisfaction.
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Germany urges Dutch to crack down on citizens' border checks
BERLIN - Germany's interior minister and the head of its federal police union on Tuesday criticised unofficial border checks by citizens in the Netherlands, saying they expected decisive action from the Dutch authorities to stamp out such practices. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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