The European Parliament has approved new regulations aimed at streamlining the return of non-EU citizens residing illegally within the bloc. The agreement, reached with the Council of the EU, mandates increased cooperation from migrants with authorities during the return process. A key component of the new rules involves the potential establishment of “return centers” located outside of EU territory. These centers are intended to facilitate identification and repatriation procedures. The legislation seeks to address concerns about irregular migration and improve the efficiency of return operations. Member states will now be required to implement the new framework, which is expected to face scrutiny from human rights organizations. The approved measures represent a significant shift in the EU’s approach to managing migration flows.