EU Reaches Consensus on New Law Allowing Deportation of Migrants to Third-Country Centers

Central News Agency, Brussels, June 1. Governments of the European Union and members of the European Parliament reached a consensus today on new regulations that allow countries to send migrants ordered to leave to deportation centers in third countries. This move has sparked strong criticism from human rights groups, who warn it could fuel human rights abuses. According to Reuters, although illegal entries fell by 26% last year to their lowest level since 2021, the agreement is part of the EU's efforts to further strengthen immigration policy under pressure from right-wing parties. The European Commission proposed this legislation last year, and it could take effect as early as next month. The EU believes this law will simplify processes and provide more tools to help governments return individuals while respecting fundamental human rights. Currently, only about 20% of those ordered to leave actually do so.