politics
Macron and Sanchez Oppose Deportation Centers Outside the EU. Human Rights Activists: People May Be Sent There Before Appeal Decisions
French President Emmanuel Macron and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez have spoken out against the creation of deportation centers outside the European Union, which are permitted by the new EU deportation regulation. Human rights activists interviewed by The Insider warn that people could be removed from the EU before appeal decisions are made, held in centers in third countries for extended periods, and then deported further to countries where they face persecution, torture, or other serious harm.
TL;DR
- France and Spain oppose the EU's new deportation regulation allowing for centers in third countries.
- Human rights activists warn of potential for extended detention and deportation to countries with risks of persecution or torture.
- The new regulation permits sending individuals to third countries without prior connection, raising concerns about their legal protection and ability to integrate.
- A similar practice was previously attempted by Italy with centers in Albania, facing legal challenges and criticism.
- The regulation aims to manage individuals whose direct deportation to their country of origin is not feasible.