Italy may be able to send illegal migrants back to Albania for longer? Prime Minister Rama says "yes"

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama discussed the EU expansion during a conference in Brussels, emphasizing the importance of the migration agreement with Italy. This agreement, signed in November 2023, allows Italy to send illegal migrants to Albania for deportation. It is set for five years, automatically extending unless terminated by either party. The first migrants were sent back in October 2024. The deal aims to deter illegal migration but has faced criticism over human rights concerns and high costs. It may also complicate Albania's EU membership aspirations if the agreement continues beyond its initial term.