Europäisches Parlament

The Europäisches Parlament (European Parliament) is the directly elected parliamentary body of the European Union. It is one of the EU's legislative bodies, sharing power with the Council of the European Union. The Parliament is currently newsworthy due to its recent vote on a controversial tightening of EU asylum policy. This vote, held in Brussels, approved the Parliament's position on the so-called Return Directive. A key element of this directive is the potential establishment of deportation centers in third countries. The vote saw 389 MEPs in favor, 206 against, and 32 abstentions. This decision is significant as it represents a move towards stricter migration control within the EU and is likely to be a key point of discussion in the upcoming European elections. The Parliament aims to regain control over migration, impacting freedom, security, and justice within the EU.