Poland's firearm bill raises human rights concerns

Summary: Poland's parliament has approved a bill allowing border guards to use firearms in self-defense against migrants, raising human rights concerns. NGOs argue the changes violate standards, while the government cites rising threats from migrant gangs. Since 2021, 7,317 migrants were returned to Belarus, with 130 reported deaths in the border zone. Public support for tougher border security measures remains high, with 86% backing the use of weapons.

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