Germany Defies Court Ruling, Vows to Continue Tough Migration Crackdown (Source: Reuters)
Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz says his government won’t back down on its strict migration policies—even after a court ruled that border police acted illegally by turning away three Somali asylum seekers.
What Happened?
- A German court said expelling the Somalis to Poland was unlawful (Reuters).
- Under EU rules, Germany should have processed their asylum claims.
- But Merz insists: “We will still reject people at the border.”
Why This Matters
- Merz’s government won power by promising to stop mass migration—a top concern for voters.
- The ruling is a setback, but Merz says they’ll keep enforcing strict rules “within the law.”
- Critics, like pro-migration group Pro Asyl, call the policy “nonsense” and say it breaks EU rules (Reuters).
The Bigger Picture
- Germany’s tough stance marks a huge shift from its “Refugees Welcome” policy under Angela Merkel.
- The far-right AfD party is gaining support as migration fears grow.
- Interior Minister Dobrindt defends the crackdown, saying he’ll prove it’s legal.
What’s Next?
- Will Germany keep pushing limits, or will courts force a change?
- More legal battles expected as Merz refuses to soften his approach.
Stay tuned—this fight over migration is far from over. (Source: Reuters)