Italy's government pushed through a migration bill reactivating deportations to safe countries and proposing a naval blockade on migrant boats entering Italian waters, as part of a broader push to curb irregular arrivals.

Meloni claims the package is very significant for reducing illegal landings, though the quoted 60% figure is not tied to 2023-2025 migration trends and may misrepresent ongoing levels.

Experts and rights groups warn that the measures could push asylum seekers to places with little support, potentially increasing harm.

Critics argue the measures risk violating migrants’ fundamental rights, with opposition parties calling for parliamentary access to detention centers and scrutiny of third-country transfers.

Meloni stresses EU compatibility, while critics warn of dehumanization and potential legal challenges.

Overall political context frames the measures as fulfilling a campaign promise to curb migrant inflows, though opponents see constitutional and humanitarian risks.

The plan defines triggers such as exceptional migratory pressure, terrorism risk, health emergencies, or large events, allowing enforcement measures to last from 30 days to six months.

The move follows the European Parliament's tightening of EU asylum rules, with member states pressing for a tougher stance on irregular arrivals.

Humanitarian groups oppose offshore hubs and the broader approach, arguing questions of legality and effectiveness.

Centre-left opposition criticizes the package as repressive and compares blockades and walls to insufficient solutions for a structural migration phenomenon.

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Meloni presents the measures as decisive sovereignty-focused action, contrasting Italy’s stance with a perceived EU and UK regulatory bottleneck.