'Return hubs': EU parliament clears the way for offshore migrant detention centres

The approval of offshore detention centers marks a significant shift in the EU's approach to migration and asylum. While it may address the logistical challenges of repatriation, it raises ethical concerns regarding the treatment of migrants and the implications for human rights. The effectiveness of such centers in deterring irregular migration remains to be seen, as does the potential backlash from human rights organizations and member states opposed to the measure.