The European Union is proposing to increase deportations by establishing “return hubs” in third countries for rejected asylum-seekers, as only 20% of those with return orders are currently removed. The plan aims to create a standard for all 27 EU members to enforce deportation orders issued by any member state, addressing a missing component in last year’s migration and asylum pact. The proposal requires cooperation from countries of origin to readmit their citizens and has been criticized by migrant rights groups for potentially violating the right to asylum.
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Israeli defense minister threatens to assassinate Iran’s supreme leader, attacks Tehran – Middle East Monitor
Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a threat to Iran, stating that attacks could resume, targeting Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei directly if threats against Israel persist. This follows a 12-day conflict initiated by Israeli airstrikes on Iranian sites, which ended with a US-brokered ceasefire on June 24. Want More Context? 🔎
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