Dutch far-right leader Geert Wilders unveils controversial migration plan in the Netherlands

Dutch far-right leader Geert Wilders has unveiled a controversial ten-point plan aimed at halting immigration to the Netherlands, sparking political turmoil and raising concerns within the European Union.

The proposal, described by Dutch media as a “political earthquake,” includes deploying the military to secure borders, forcibly deporting all asylum seekers — including Syrians — and permanently ending family reunifications.

Wilders declared Syria “no longer dangerous,” justifying the return of Syrian refugees. The plan also calls for expelling any migrant convicted of a crime. The announcement has triggered sharp divisions within the ruling four-party coalition, with growing fears of a government collapse if the proposals are advanced.

Wilders framed the moment as a “historic opportunity” to reshape European identity and challenged Brussels by suggesting the Netherlands might need to exit certain EU agreements. The plan is seen as a key test of rising populist influence amid ongoing European debates on asylum and migration policy.