Karner was at "foreign police checkpoint" at Vienna Central Station

About 30 police officers were involved in the operation. Karner emphasized to the media that the goal is to reduce illegal migration "to zero." In addition to deportations, controls like today's are also necessary for this.

Such operations are not necessarily rare. As Vienna's Deputy Police Chief Dieter Csefan noted, around 400 checkpoints have already taken place this year. The aim is to curb abuse and also to increase the sense of security. During today's operation, there were three detentions for foreign police reasons, and a car break-in was prevented.

Vienna Main Train Station Not the Only Point for Controls

The choice of the main train station for today's action, as operation leader Birgit Reich emphasized, was not due to an increased threat level. Rather, there are many travel movements here, including from Eastern Europe, which suggests controls, as Karner added. In general, transport hubs are suitable for controls, the police explained.

According to the minister, the fight against illegal migration is on a good path. Karner referred to ongoing controls at the borders and in border areas, as well as focus actions like today. In addition, the offensive policy on deportations continues. 35 foreign nationals must leave the country every day.

(APA/Red)

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