Dutch government collapses as far-right leader pulls party out of coalition
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Geert Wilders, the far-right leader of the Freedom Party (PVV), withdrew his party from the Dutch coalition government due to disagreements over immigration and asylum policies. The departure threatens the stability of the 11-month-old government after Wilders failed to gain support for his stringent immigration plans. His proposals reportedly conflict with European human rights laws. Coalition members expressed shock and anger at Wilders’s decision, noting the need to address ongoing international crises. Wilders's plan includes controversial measures, intensifying the national discourse on asylum and immigration.
Wilders has withdrawn his party from the ruling coalition due to his immigration policy demands not being met, leading to the possible collapse of the government.
Dilan Yesilgoz criticized Wilders's decision as super-irresponsible, emphasizing the coalition's responsibility in light of pressing international challenges.
Legal experts warned that many of Wilders's immigration proposals violate European human rights laws, complicating the political landscape regarding asylum policies.
Wilders's 10-point plan to halt immigration includes controversial measures such as deploying the army to patrol borders and sending back Syrian refugees.
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