EU Asylum Rules Shift Amid Italy's Push
EU Parliament approved asylum rule changes driven by Italy.
Meloni's government aims to speed repatriations and punish smugglers.
Bill allows fines up to 50,000 euros on rescue ships and confiscate boats.
Crossings into Italian waters banned for 30 days, extendable up to six months.
Political reactions split between government and opposition.
Bill revives plans for offshore processing hubs similar to Albania's.
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