Why is the ban at the Poland-Belarus border a concern for humanitarian organisations?
Andreas Spaett, head of MSF’s humanitarian activities in Poland, highlights how the ban on entry to the border area acts as a blindfold, preventing visibility and assistance to those in need.
What are the potential consequences of recent developments at the border?
- Individuals unable to access necessary humanitarian and medical aid face life-threatening situations.
- Without access for civil society organisations, acute needs remain unmet.
What has MSF’s interventions revealed in the first half of 2024?
In the first six months of 2024, MSF conducted 99 interventions in the border zone and provided urgent medical assistance to individuals suffering from a range of conditions related to their time in the ‘death zone’.
What are the key calls to action from MSF regarding the situation at the border?
- Ensure all individuals have access to humanitarian assistance, medical care, and asylum procedures.
- Safeguard independent humanitarian and civil society access to the entire border area for lifesaving assistance.
- Reconsider legal amendments that may legitimize violent practices at the border.
- End harmful narratives and dehumanisation of individuals seeking protection.
MSF urges Polish authorities to prioritize humanity and dignity in their approach to individuals seeking protection in Poland, emphasizing the critical need for immediate action.
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Source: www.msf.org