Ieva Koreivaitė, a political scientist from Vilnius University, discussed the implications of recent military actions taken by the United States and Israel against Iran, particularly the assassination of Iran’s top religious leader, the Ayatollah. She emphasized that such operations could destabilize not only Iran but also the broader Middle East region, leading to increased tensions and conflict that could drive a surge of migrants toward Europe.

Koreivaitė highlighted that the geopolitical landscape is shifting, and the fallout from these actions could have far-reaching consequences. As regions become increasingly unstable, the likelihood of migration increases, with many fleeing violence and seeking refuge in Europe. This situation poses a significant challenge for European nations that are already grappling with previous waves of migrants and the political and social ramifications associated with them.

The discussion also touches upon the need for European countries to prepare for potential humanitarian crises and to reevaluate their immigration policies in response to the evolving geopolitical environment. The expert cautioned that a coordinated response may be necessary to manage a new influx of migrants and that failure to address these challenges could lead to further social unrest within Europe itself.