AustriaThe article reflects on Angela Merkel's 2015 statement 'Wir schaffen das' during the European migration crisis, now eleven years later. It argues that Merkel overestimated the ability of moderate forces in Europe to manage migration, allowing right-wing parties to gain influence by exploiting fears and tensions around immigration. The piece highlights the failure of EU-wide cooperation, citing Hungary’s Viktor Orbán as an example of how populist leaders manipulate migration issues for political gain. It also references specific incidents like the Cologne New Year's Eve attacks and the treatment of migrants in Vienna, suggesting these events were politicized to fuel anti-immigrant sentiment.
Bias read (Conservative): The article frames migration as a failed policy challenge, emphasizing the rise of right-wing populism and the inability of moderate governments to address it effectively. It portrays the EU's approach as ineffective and highlights how right-wing leaders exploit migration concerns for political gain
