Alarm in Denmark: border controls extended by six months due to the risk of terrorism!

Alarm in Denmark: border controls extended by six months due to the risk of terrorism!

Dänemark - On April 11, 2025, Denmark decided to extend the border controls on the border with Germany by another six months. This measure is based on a serious terrorist threat to the country. In particular, militant Islamists, who are closely linked to the continuing conflicts in the Middle East, pose a danger. Denmark Minister of Justice Peter Hummelgaard expressed the need to critically reconsider the opening of the borders in order to ensure the security of citizens.

The border controls were first introduced in the context of the refugee crisis in early 2016. Since then, they have been adapted to the current situation several times - both with regard to loosening and tightening. In April 2023, the focus was increasingly on combating crimes. Police forces are now also active in the border hinterland to support the fight against cross -border crime. These measures have already shown positive effects.

Expansion of security measures

The continuation of border controls should not only counteract terrorism, but also to fight the border crossing crime. Similar uncertainties and challenges meet many European countries that have to deal with the threat of militant groups. Denmark is therefore positioning itself with moving measures to increase public security.

Hummelgaard has also emphasized the importance of these controls for future security strategies. He emphasizes that it is essential to find the balance between freedom and security concerns and to maintain the integrity of the borders.

How the SPIEGEL , this decision is supported by various political camps, because the uncertainty is increased in the population has. Denmark faces the challenge of protecting citizens and at the same time maintaining a feeling of normalcy.