German police officers control the traffic flow from Poland across the "Bridge of Europe" near Frankfurt (Oder), eastern Germany, on September 16, 2024. Germany expanded border controls Monday on the frontiers with all its nine neighbours to stop irregular migrants in a move that has sparked protests from other EU members. Berlin announced the sweeping measure following a string of deadly extremist attacks that have stoked public fears and boosted support for the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. (Photo by John MACDOUGALL / AFP)