Germany's parliament has sparked intense debates about immigration policies in the wake of a tragic attack by a rejected asylum seeker. The CDU/CSU bloc has proposed tightening rules, including the controversial suggestion to turn asylum seekers back at the borders. As CDU leader Friedrich Merz prepares for upcoming elections, he appears willing to collaborate with the far-right AfD, raising concerns among other parties like the SPD and Greens about potential breaches of refugee laws. Despite opposition, a non-binding motion to restrict asylum and immigration has passed narrowly, indicating a shift in Germany's immigration discourse.
The conservative CDU/CSU bloc's proposals seek to tighten migration rules, including measures to turn asylum seekers back at the border, amidst increasing political pressure.
With a looming election, CDU leader Friedrich Merz's collaboration with the far-right AfD marks a potential shift in traditional party values regarding immigration.
Opposition from Chancellor Olaf Scholz's SPD and the Greens highlights concerns that new proposals may breach existing German and EU refugee laws.
The narrow passage of the motion in the Bundestag reflects a polarized political climate, with immigration being a defining issue in the upcoming elections.
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