The European Parliament and Council have agreed on reforms to suspend short-stay visa-free travel for countries, including Israel, based on human rights violations. The new rules lower thresholds for suspension and include criteria such as breaches of international law. Israel is at risk of losing its visa-free status due to accusations of war crimes in Gaza. The reforms also aim to deter irregular migration by adjusting thresholds for asylum seekers and irregular stays. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)