For some officials, the decree on safe countries launched by the government to overcome the stop on the transfer of irregular migrants to centers in Albania is not enough. The Catania court, in fact, did not validate the detention ordered by the Ragusa police commissioner of a migrant who arrived from Egypt, who requested refugee status in Pozzallo. After the ruling of the Rome court which led to the new decree on safe countries, today the judges of Catania apply European legislation in their provision, considering it to prevail over the national one. It is the first provision on the matter after the decree on safe countries signed by the Meloni Government. “A list of safe countries does not absolve the judge from the obligation to verify the compatibility of this designation with European Union law and in Egypt there are serious violations of human rights that affect the freedoms of a democratic order” writes the judge Massimo Escher.
A decision that triggers the reaction of the majority forces. “Egypt is an increasingly popular destination for holidays, so much so that in 2023 it marked a record number of visitors: 14.9 million, of which 850 thousand from Italy. In other words, Egypt is a safe country for everyone, except for illegal immigrants who – according to some left-wing judges – cannot return. To think that for the left and the ANM it should be Italy that is insecure because it is governed by the centre-right Pd and red robes, illegal immigrants must all stay here”, thunders the League in a note. And Matteo Salvini: “Because of some communist judges who don’t apply the laws, the insecure country is now Italy. But we won’t give up”, the leader of the League promises battle. “The red robes strike again”, declares Senator Salvo Sallemi, deputy group leader of the Brothers of Italy at Palazzo Madama, that of Catania “is yet another sentence which demonstrates how some ideological judges want to arrogate to themselves the right to establish which country is safe despite not having the necessary information to do so, which instead a Government possesses through a series of exchanges with intelligence and international organisations. Hence the decree approved last month, which these red robes would like to circumvent, thus contravening the request of Italian voters to have more security in their cities”.
In any case, the Albania model “moves forward with even more conviction”. No stop, therefore, “also because what is happening confirms what we supported from the beginning: the problem is not the Memorandum signed with Tirana, the real problem is that, according to the rulings of some judges, the repatriations would no longer be justified ‘Well, we should keep all the illegal immigrants in Italy. And it can’t go like this…”. Government sources at Adnkronos do not hide “anger”, as they define it bluntly, at the new stop coming from a Court. “A political choice that is not up to the judges”, the belief that resonates in the government.
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**Interview: Analyzing Italy’s New Migration Decree with Migration Policy Expert Dr. Alessandra Rossi**
**Editor:** Good morning, Dr. Rossi. Thank you for joining us today to discuss Italy’s recent decree regarding migration. The Meloni government has implemented a measure aimed at categorizing certain nations as “safe” for the transfer of irregular migrants. What do you think this decree signifies for Italy’s approach to immigration?
**Dr. Rossi:** Good morning! This decree represents a significant shift in Italy’s immigration policy and reflects the government’s broader strategy to manage the ongoing migration crisis. By designating certain countries as ‘safe,’ the government hopes to expedite the process of deporting migrants who arrive from these nations. However, the effectiveness of this decree is already being challenged in courts, as you mentioned, especially regarding the classifications of countries like Egypt.
**Editor:** Yes, we saw that the Catania court recently ruled against the validity of detaining a migrant from Egypt, citing European law as a higher authority. Why is this ruling particularly crucial?
**Dr. Rossi:** This ruling highlights the tension between national legislation and European Union law. It underscores that simply labeling a country as ‘safe’ does not remove the responsibility of judges to assess individual circumstances, especially concerning human rights violations. The EU’s legal framework prioritizes the protection of asylum seekers, which could create significant obstacles for the government’s deportation plans.
**Editor:** Some political figures, such as Matteo Salvini, have reacted strongly to these judicial decisions, accusing judges of undermining national security. How do you interpret this political pushback?
**Dr. Rossi:** Salvini’s response is part of a larger narrative that seeks to present the judicial system as failing to enforce the government’s immigration mandates. By framing the situation in stark security terms, it appeals to a segment of the electorate that prioritizes strict border control. However, it’s important to remember that the judiciary’s role is to ensure compliance with both national and international law, and this can lead to conflicting viewpoints.
**Editor:** As this situation develops, what do you anticipate will happen next regarding this decree and other migration policies in Italy?
**Dr. Rossi:** This is likely just the beginning of a contentious legal and political battle. As courts continue to weigh in on the validity of the safe country designations, we may see further amendments to the decree or even additional measures from the government. It’s crucial for the government to find a balance that satisfies both its political base and adheres to legal obligations under EU law, which might prove to be quite challenging.
**Editor:** Thank you for your insights, Dr. Rossi. It’s clear that Italy’s migration policies will continue to be a hot topic in the coming months.
**Dr. Rossi:** Thank you for having me. It’s an important discussion to have as Italy navigates these complex issues.
