The European Commission has expressed strong reservations regarding Spain's decision to grant legal status to 500,000 irregular migrants, fearing it conflicts with EU migration policy. The new decree allows undocumented foreigners living in Spain for at least five months to obtain a one-year residence permit and work rights. This move has faced disapproval in Brussels, as it may send conflicting messages about EU's stance on irregular migration. The EU is currently tightening its asylum policies and increasing deportations, which contrasts with Spain's approach. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)