Johan Forssell
Coverage of Johan Forssell in the Nexus archive.
- EU Commission proposes excluding fighting-age men from Ukraine refugee scheme
The European Commission proposed extending temporary protection for Ukrainian refugees until March 2028, excluding newly arrived men of fighting age due to Ukraine's conscription rules. The scheme, which allows 4 million people to live and work in EU countries, aims to balance protection needs with Ukraine's defense requirements. The Council of Europe's Human Rights Commissioner warned against blanket rejections of conscription-age men, advocating for individual case reviews.
- EU capitals boost plans for migrant ‘return hubs’
EU plans to establish migrant 'return hubs' outside the bloc are advancing as national capitals approve new rules. Countries like Italy, Germany, and Nordic nations are exploring such hubs, with legal agreements requiring compliance with human rights standards. Civil society groups warn of potential abuses.
- EU Countries Demand Stricter Visa Rules for Russians
EU countries are demanding stricter visa rules for Russians. Sweden's Migration Minister Johan Forssell emphasized the need to stop Russians from making leisure trips to Europe amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.