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EU adds €130 million to drone funding in border security push

The Commission is adding €130 million for drone technology as Brussels steps up border surveillance and prepares to strengthen Frontex’s role.

Euronews · Oct 2

EU officials meet to strengthen border agency as activists sue over alleged migrant abuses

European Union officials are meeting to strengthen border controls and curb migration

The Independent UK · Oct 1

No more radio silence: EU plans cross-border lifeline for emergency services

When disaster strikes near a border, police and firefighters can lose contact the moment they cross it. Brussels wants a 5G network, backed by satellites, to change that by 2036.

Euronews · Sep 30

EU should use leverage with Morocco after Ceuta crossings, EU migration chief says

The European Union seeks Morocco's cooperation on migration issues using policy tools. Recent large migrant movements into Ceuta highlight the need for neighborly collaboration. The EU relies on agreements with North African nations for border control and returns. Morocco defends its efforts, stating it prevented many irregular crossings and dismantled…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Explainer: What is people smuggling – and why are EU rules to fight it still stalled?

European Commissioner for Migration Magnus Brunner has urged the European Parliament to adopt an anti-people smuggling law in response to the recent migration incident in Ceuta. Critics warn that the proposed legislation could criminalise humanitarian aid.

Euronews · Aug 6

EU discusses extra financial support for Spain after record Ceuta migrant surge

The European Commission is discussing with Spanish officials fresh financial support to potentially bolster border force and humanitarian assistance as the city of Ceuta grapples with the aftermath of an unprecedented surge of migrant arrivals.

Euronews · Aug 6

EU Eyes Social Media Monitoring, Pre-Frontier Intelligence To Prevent Another Ceuta Crisis: How Do They Work?

The EU held an emergency meeting to address the Ceuta migration crisis, expressing solidarity with Spain and discussing future strategies, including early warning systems, to prevent similar incidents.

International Business Times UK · Aug 5

EU expresses 'full solidarity' with Spain following migrant crisis; outlines plan to combat illegal border crossings

Following the emergency meeting on Tuesday, European Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration Magnus Brunner emphasised that despite severe strain placed on external frontiers by a sudden influx of over 70,000 migrants, the bloc successfully contained the crisis and preserved the integrity of the Schengen zone.

The Economic Times · Aug 5

EU eyes tougher border controls after Ceuta migrant surge triggers alarm

European Union ministers are demanding stricter measures against migrant smuggling networks. They also seek stronger return policies following a large influx into Ceuta. The bloc is enhancing border security and intelligence sharing with external partners. Disinformation by smugglers fueled the unprecedented migration surge into the Spanish enclave. This crisis has…

The Times of India · Aug 4

EU chief criticises Spain’s migrant plan after Ceuta crisis meeting

Migration commissioner says scheme regularising undocumented people ‘not a good signal’ for Europe

The Guardian - UK · Aug 4