EU Ambassadors to Approve Rules Allowing Migrant Return Hubs Outside Bloc (politico.eu)

• EU ambassadors approve rules for return hubs outside the bloc.
• Multiple EU states advance bilateral agreements for such hubs.
• Human rights groups warn of abuse and lack of transparency.

"EU ambassadors are set to approve rules on Wednesday that allow member states to send failed asylum seekers to return hubs located outside the EU. Several countries, including Italy, Germany, and the Netherlands, are already pursuing bilateral deals. Critics warn of potential human rights abuses."