Merz Calls Migration Top EU Problem; Asylum Law Debate Intensifies

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, despite a 35% year-on-year drop in irregular entries, has labeled migration one of Europe's biggest problems, escalating the EU summit dispute over asylum policy. A specific demand—likely mandatory distribution or border procedures—is causing particular controversy, signaling a potential shift toward stricter EU-wide measures. The outcome remains uncertain as member states remain divided.