EU Must Strengthen Border to Counter ‘Weaponized Migration,’ Says Von der Leyen
The European Commission president made the remarks after member states in eastern Europe began to experience increased illegal immigration flows.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated on Oct. 21 that the European Union needs to reinforce its external borders to combat “weaponized migration.” She highlighted that illegal immigration, potentially facilitated by Belarus and Russia, has been a long-standing issue. In response, the commission will propose a European Emergency Response Framework by the end of the year.
- EU must strengthen external borders to counter “weaponized migration.”
- Illegal immigration has been a challenge for the bloc for years.
- Belarus and Russia are believed to have facilitated some illegal immigration.
- A European Emergency Response Framework will be proposed by the end of the year.
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