The wall against the asylum tsunami

The article discusses the issue of refugee acceptance in the Middle East, highlighting that many countries in the region host millions of refugees despite their own challenges. It criticizes the EU's financial agreements with repressive regimes to prevent migration, emphasizing that human rights violations are often overlooked in favor of border security. The author notes that Egypt, which hosts a significant number of refugees, has received substantial EU funding despite documented human rights abuses. A recent motion by the Dutch Parliament calls for the suspension of financial aid to Egypt until conditions improve, contrasting with the EU's push for increased support for border control. The article underscores the prioritization of refugee deterrence over human rights.