The question is no longer whether migration should be embraced or rejected in the abstract. The question is which forms of migration a state considers legitimate, under what conditions, and for what purpose.
With two-thirds of Greek voters favoring stricter immigration policies and arrivals still exceeding deportations, the ruling New Democracy party faces an uphill battle to rebuild trust before next year’s elections.
The Greek parliament will decide after April 19 whether to lift the immunity of eleven governing-party MPs under investigation by the European Public Prosecutor’s Office.
By highlighting France’s strategic capabilities without committing to sustained military operations, the current approach allows Macron to project strength while avoiding deeper involvement in conflict.
The revival of the 213.5-kilometer oil pipeline is expected to help meet the energy needs of the Balkans, positioning North Macedonia as a regional hub.
