The European Union is set to hold a meeting in Brussels with Taliban officials, primarily to discuss the deportation of Afghan nationals lacking the right to remain in Europe. This meeting reflects ongoing concerns regarding migration and the status of Afghan refugees following the Taliban's return to power in Afghanistan.

NATO chief Mark Rutte visited the White House to address and ease tensions with President Trump regarding NATO's stance on Iran, in anticipation of the upcoming NATO summit next month, according to Al Jazeera.

In 2026, reports have emerged regarding third-country migrant deportations from the United States to African nations, primarily highlighted by journalists and NGOs. On April 18, a group of 15 individuals from South America arrived in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, after being deported from the US, with their destination revealed only a day prior to their departure.

During the budget vote discussion on Home Affairs, Members of Parliament (MPs) focused heavily on the topic of undocumented foreigners and the implications of their deportation. This debate reflects ongoing concerns regarding immigration policies and their impact on the country.

The European Union has voiced concern regarding recent executions in Jordan and Kuwait, reaffirming its strong opposition to the death penalty in all situations. A statement released on Wednesday highlighted the execution of six individuals in Jordan on June 21 and noted that the country had maintained a de facto moratorium on executions prior to this event.

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is scheduled to meet with President Donald Trump in Washington on Wednesday, just two weeks before the NATO summit. This visit comes as the Pentagon is assessing the U.S. military presence in Europe, amid Trump's ongoing criticisms of NATO and claims that the U.S. bears a disproportionate share of military spending.