SPD and Greens Reject Ultimatum on Migration Policy

CDU leader Merz calls for asylum reform with border rejections after the Solingen attack; SPD and Greens reject the ultimatum before the Brandenburg election, wanting legally secure solutions and implementation of the European asylum system; FDP increases pressure on the Greens; Controversy over dealing with migration in the coalition.

CDU leader Merz's ultimatum on migration policy is rejected by the SPD and Greens, who see legal barriers to it. The Greens criticize Merz's 'ultimatum politics' and see joint border patrols as an alternative.

FDP supports the Union's demand, while the Greens warn against jeopardizing security through blockade. SPD emphasizes the need for effective and legally secure instruments after the Solingen attack.

The CDU leader's ultimatum is seen as election rhetoric. Migration policy and the legality of border rejections remain contentious issues.

The government is considering options for border rejections while taking legal requirements into account. SPD and Union plan to work on a comprehensive migration package.

The government has already implemented a security package in response to the Solingen attack, including stricter gun laws and measures to curb illegal migration. The CDU leader's ultimatum raises pressure on the issue of border rejections and leads to debate within the coalition.