Italy's Controversial Migration Deal with Albania: Cruel and Counterproductive

The recent migration deal between Italy and Albania, which would see asylum seekers rescued at sea in Italian waters sent to Albania for processing, has been criticized as costly, cruel, and counterproductive. The deal raises concerns about upholding the right to seek asylum, ensuring the rights of vulnerable individuals, and providing access to legal advice. The International Rescue Committee advocates for a shift towards protecting migrants along their journeys and expanding safe routes, emphasizing the need for a safe, orderly, and humane asylum system in the EU.