Opposition objects as Italy votes to back security decree.
The Italian Senate approved a security decree late at night. The opposition criticized the government’s timing. The Prime Minister’s office will meet to discuss changes to deportation incentives.
The Italian Senate held a long meeting to pass the Security Decree. The decree focuses on immigration and allows for stricter border controls. The Chamber of Deputies also voted to approve the decree. The government wants to manage the immigration situation. The Prime Minister’s office will now consider changes to how deportations are handled.
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Highlights
Senate Approves Security Decree
The Italian Senate held a long meeting overnight to pass the security decree.
Chamber of Deputies Votes Approval
The Chamber of Deputies voted to approve the Security Decree.
Opposition Criticizes Forced Vote
The center-left opposition said the government forced a vote.
Decree Addresses Immigration
The Security Decree deals with immigration problems.
Meeting to Discuss Deportation Incentives
The Prime Minister’s office will meet to talk about deportation changes.