The European Council summit in Brussels focuses on migration, with Prime Minister Mitsotakis urging action on key issues. He emphasizes the importance of the EU’s Asylum and Migration Pact for managing migration flows. Criticizing Germany’s border closure, he advocates for a unified European response and the activation of the EU’s return mechanism for denied asylum seekers.

Facing pressure at home for his migration policies, Mitsotakis aims to reinforce his tough stance. By taking a firm position in Brussels, he seeks to enhance his standing domestically and within the EU. Despite internal party tensions, Mitsotakis remains committed to advocating for effective migration management at the European level.