European airports are reporting wait times of up to 3.5 hours at border controls, with passengers facing missed flights and significant travel disruptions. Consumer protection group Deco is demanding a compensation mechanism for affected travelers, while the European Commission suggests that member states should increase police presence to manage the implementation of the new Entry/Exit System (EES).
Update: Journalist misses flight amid ongoing airport border chaos
CNN chief correspondent Clarissa Ward reported missing her flight at Lisbon Airport on May 26 after spending two hours in line for biometric data collection. The incident highlights the ongoing operational challenges and passenger frustration caused by the new European Union border control system.
