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EU Deportations Expected to Surge by 27% by 2025

1/7/2026

Summary

Story summary

The European Commission expects a sharp rise in EU deportations, the highest since 2019.
Magnus Brunner, EU Migration Commissioner, said deportations are projected to rise from 19% in 2023 to 27% in 2025.
Member states, including Denmark, are taking proactive measures ahead of EU laws set to take effect in June 2026.
Cyprus, now holding the EU presidency, aims to enhance migration management and strengthen partnerships with Middle Eastern countries.

History

Historical Context

The European migration crisis intensified in 2015, leading to significant policy changes, including the EU-Turkey deal that aimed to curb irregular migration. By 2019, the EU recorded a 19% deportation rate, with Italy and Greece heavily affected. As the European Commission anticipates a rise to 27% by 2025, member states are enacting stricter border controls and collaborating with Middle Eastern nations to manage migration challenges.

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Story summary

The European Commission expects a sharp rise in EU deportations, the highest since 2019.
Magnus Brunner, EU Migration Commissioner, said deportations are projected to rise from 19% in 2023 to 27% in 2025.
Member states, including Denmark, are taking proactive measures ahead of EU laws set to take effect in June 2026.
Cyprus, now holding the EU presidency, aims to enhance migration management and strengthen partnerships with Middle Eastern countries.

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