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EU Tightens Migration Policies, Emulates U.S. Tactics

3/30/2026

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European Union tightens migration policies after Angela Merkel's open-door policy, with measures taking effect June 12.
The measures track and deport migrants to third countries, inspired by U.S. tactics.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says the policies prevent 2015 crisis.
Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni promotes detention centers and rapid deportations as a model.
In United Kingdom, Nigel Farage proposes scrapping Indefinite Leave to Remain and speeding deportations.

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Story summary

European Union tightens migration policies after Angela Merkel's open-door policy, with measures taking effect June 12.
The measures track and deport migrants to third countries, inspired by U.S. tactics.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says the policies prevent 2015 crisis.
Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni promotes detention centers and rapid deportations as a model.
In United Kingdom, Nigel Farage proposes scrapping Indefinite Leave to Remain and speeding deportations.