Mar 10 • 10:12 UTC 🇫🇮 Finland Iltalehti

A harsh tightening coming for asylum seekers – A fiery dispute erupted immediately

The European Parliament's Justice and Home Affairs Committee advanced the establishment of return centers for asylum seekers outside the EU, sparking immediate disputes among political factions.

On Monday evening, a significant step was taken towards the establishment of return centers outside the EU for asylum seekers, as the European Parliament's Justice and Home Affairs Committee voted on the issue in Strasbourg. This move is part of a broader immigration package proposed by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, aimed primarily at streamlining the deportation of individuals who have received negative asylum decisions from within the EU. By instituting such centers, the EU hopes to more efficiently manage and expedite the return of unauthorized migrants.

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