18:29 14 October 2024
Politico: Poland’s Tusk takes center stage in EU immigration debate
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk's announcement to temporarily suspend the right to asylum for migrants crossing the Polish-Belarusian border has sparked attention. According to Politico, Tusk is aware that his move will stir discussions at the upcoming EU summit, and he expects the EU to recognize this decision, similar to how it accepted Finland's border closure with Russia. The decision raises concerns about potential violations of international law, specifically the non-refoulment principle.
Politico notes that while Tusk’s stance may draw comparisons to Hungary, his alignment with EU leadership, including Ursula von der Leyen, may shield him from the level of criticism faced by Poland’s previous government.
This move is also seen as part of Tusk’s strategy for upcoming Polish elections.
