Europe must stand with Spain against weaponized migrationThe growing debate over illegal migration has increasingly expanded beyond humanitarian concerns to questions of national security, border sovereignty, and geopolitical strategy. Several European governments have argued that such tactics blur the line between traditional diplomacy and hybrid warfare. If evidence were to demonstrate deliberate state involvement in facilitating unauthorized mass border crossings, European governments would likely face difficult policy decisions. For many policymakers, maintaining credible border security is considered essential to preserving public confidence in immigration systems. As geopolitical competition evolves, governments throughout Europe are increasingly preparing for scenarios in which migration pressures may coincide with broader strategic disputes.