Austria’s “Operation Fox” drives illegal border crossings in Burgenland to record low
Interior Minister Gerhard Karner says Austria’s cross-border “Operation Fox” has slashed illegal entries in Burgenland from about 2,000 to 29 per month, justifying the extension of Schengen border checks with neighbouring states until mid-June 2026. While the collapse in numbers eases pressure on local communities, travellers must keep travel documents handy and businesses may still face sporadic delays. Critics accuse the government of shifting migration routes rather than solving the problem.
Feb 11, 2026
