Feb 10 β€’ 11:28 UTC πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ Sweden Aftonbladet

Kristersson: No suspension now for teenage deportations

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson refuses to implement a temporary halt on the deportation of teenagers who have grown up in Sweden.

In a recent statement, Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has clarified that there will be no temporary suspension on the deportation of teenagers, emphasizing that the government should not create more exceptions or halts. This decision comes as part of the broader and contentious debate surrounding the immigration policy and the treatment of young individuals facing deportation upon turning 18, particularly those who have spent a significant part of their lives in Sweden.

Kristersson pointed to an ongoing investigation concerning family immigration, within which discussions about a potential exception or 'ventil' for particularly sensitive cases are set to occur. He acknowledged that while there are cases that deserve careful consideration, he believes it is important not to draw sweeping conclusions from individual circumstances. The political climate around the deportation issue has become increasingly heated, with various political actors pushing for different approaches.

The dilemma of deporting young people who have grown up in Sweden, especially those at risk when they reach adulthood, poses significant ethical and political challenges. While Kristersson's coalition, particularly the Liberal party, is advocating for the introduction of a ventil to protect these individuals, the opposition, primarily the Social Democrats, is calling for a temporary halt to deportations. This polarization reflects broader social tensions regarding immigration policy and the integration of young immigrants into Swedish society.

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