Meloni holds summit on Spain case. The challenge with Germany begins

Italy is navigating a complex diplomatic situation involving Spain and Germany over migration and border control policies. A dispute has arisen with Spain after Italy suspended Schengen border controls for individuals arriving from Spain, a move Madrid reciprocated by considering controls on Italian arrivals. This standoff, exacerbated by images of migrants being pushed back from Ceuta, has strained relations. Italian leaders are reportedly seeking to de-escalate the situation and soften the symbolic impact of the Schengen suspension, with a video call among leaders anticipated. Simultaneously, Italy faces pressure from Germany regarding the Dublin Regulation. Berlin wants to return asylum seekers registered in Germany but who arrived in Europe via Italy. Italy, however, is reluctant to accept these individuals back, highlighting ongoing tensions within the European framework for managing asylum and migration.

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No step back on Schengen as long as it is necessary to defend Italian borders.