Belgium passes controversial law on entering homes of undocumented migrants

The Belgian parliament approved a controversial law allowing police to enter homes of individuals without valid residency papers to arrest them. This decision follows protests across the country. The law permits police to raid homes between 5 AM and 9 PM, targeting individuals deemed a threat to public order or national security, provided a judge grants permission. Concerns were raised about the impact on children present during such raids, with stipulations to minimize trauma. NGOs criticized the law's conditions, likening it to aggressive actions by U.S. immigration authorities. Despite opposition, the Minister of Asylum and Migration hailed it as a historic moment, emphasizing its focus on serious offenders. The law may face challenges in the Constitutional Court, with some mayors opposing its implementation.