15 EU states push to send asylum seekers to third countries

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A group of migrants disembarks from an inflatable dinghy at the Le Portel beach after an unsuccessful attempt to cross the English Channel from the coast of northern France, as warm weather and calm seas are favourable for crossings, France on October 2, 2023. PHOTO | REUTERS

What you need to know:

  • The countries presented their joint stance in a letter dated May 15 to the European Commission, which was made public on Thursday.