Germany's newly appointed Chancellor Friedrich Merz plans to announce a state of emergency regarding migration, as confirmed by Euronews on Thursday.
Government authorities informed Euronews that Merz plans to announce a state of emergency to accelerate the intensified deportation of individuals trying to unlawfully enter Germany through a secure European Union nation.
Merz and Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt aim to trigger Article 72 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union.
This implies that national laws will be applicable to border protection and internal security right away.
Brussels would, however, need to make a decision on this first.
The newspaper reported that ambassadors from nearby nations are receiving briefings from the interior ministry regarding this development.
However, it is not readily apparent when the national emergency will commence.
Government officials informed Euronews that the interior ministry is already extensively preparing for the state of emergency.
On Wednesday, Dobrindt stated that he had directed the federal police to enhance border security measures with the intention of preventing more unauthorized immigrants from entering, which includes individuals planning to apply for asylum.
"We will tighten border controls...this will result in a greater number of refusals," Dobrindt stated just under 24 hours after taking his oath of office.
Dobrindt mentioned that vulnerable individuals such as children and expectant mothers would not be denied entry at the borders.
These proposals faced criticism from both Poland and Austria, and certain legal scholars have raised doubts about their validity.
However, it is broadly believed that Merz proclaiming a state of emergency implies he is shielding himself from potential legal challenges.