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EU proposes expanding Frontex returns beyond EU territory

By Drooid · Oct 28, 2026, 06:11 UTC · How we work

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European Commission proposes expanding Frontex powers to conduct migrant returns beyond EU territory.
Commissioner Magnus Brunner says Frontex will have a quick-reaction force deployable within 24 hours.
The plan creates a 17,000-officer reserve, which raises the standing corps to 30,000 within 15 years.
A new EU Return Coordination Center will be established inside Frontex.
Dutch MEP Tineke Strik (Greens/EFA) warns the reform risks creating a European ICE.

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European Commission proposes expanding Frontex powers to conduct migrant returns beyond EU territory.
Commissioner Magnus Brunner says Frontex will have a quick-reaction force deployable within 24 hours.
The plan creates a 17,000-officer reserve, which raises the standing corps to 30,000 within 15 years.
A new EU Return Coordination Center will be established inside Frontex.
Dutch MEP Tineke Strik (Greens/EFA) warns the reform risks creating a European ICE.