A coalition of right-wing lawmakers in the European Parliament has proposed constructing physical barriers at the EU border, leading to backlash from liberal and left-wing groups. The amendment, supported by the European People’s Party (EPP) and far-right groups, was ultimately rejected by the Parliament. Critics, including Ursula von der Leyen and Victor Negrescu, expressed concern over the EPP's collaboration with far-right factions, while EPP officials defended their stance as part of their long-standing policy on border security. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)