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EU Policy9 August 2026

Ceuta renews debate over proposed EU anti-smuggling law

The Commission wants Parliament to advance a 2023 proposal. Supporters focus on organised crime, while critics seek clearer safeguards for humanitarian assistance.

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Policy16 July 2026

EU migration pact: first assessment finds uneven progress across four frontline states

The European Commission says Cyprus and Spain are applying the new responsibility rules adequately. Greece and Italy have made progress, with further steps still required.

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Data16 July 2026

First-time asylum applications fell 11% year on year in April

Eurostat recorded 42,960 first-time applications across the EU. Italy, France, Spain and Germany received 76% of the total.

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Policy17 June 2026

Parliament approves new EU return rules in 418 to 218 vote

The regulation changes cooperation, detention and removal procedures. The adopted text also refers to non-refoulement and bans collective expulsions.

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