Tom Tugendhat Proposes Military Action Against Illegal Migration

Tory leadership candidate calls for a naval strategy reminiscent of the fight against slavery to combat human trafficking.

Tugendhat emphasizes the need for military involvement to address illegal migration and human trafficking.
He likens the current crisis to the historic fight against slavery, advocating for a similar level of commitment.
The proposal includes deploying naval and military forces to protect European borders and deter traffickers.
Tugendhat criticizes 'short-term solutions' and stresses the importance of long-term strategies.
He asserts that tackling the illegal trade in human beings is a moral imperative.