Frontex reported a remarkable 25% reduction in irregular border crossings in 2025, which Europe sees as proof that deals with partner countries like Mauritania, Tunisia and Algeria to deter migrants are working. However, rights groups warn that people are being detained and abused in the EU’s partner countries, far from European shores. Is Europe willing to pay that price?
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