Hungary to be fined €1m a day until it complies with EU law on migrants
SUMMARY
The European Court of Justice has imposed a fine of €1 million per day on Hungary until it complies with EU law regarding asylum and migration policies, resulting in a total penalty of £169 million to date. This decision has sparked controversy, with Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban vehemently defending his country's border policies. Orban, renowned for his tough stance on immigration, argues that Hungary's measures are crucial for protecting the integrity of the European Union's external borders. He contends that these policies have effectively reduced illegal immigration and maintained robust security standards, despite criticism from EU institutions and human rights advocates. Orban has reiterated his steadfast defense of Hungary's sovereignty against perceived Brussels' overreach.
