Group in the European Parliament
Group in the European Parliament
Beyond the firewall: how the Europe of Sovereign Nations Group shapes European policy. Successes in committee, in plenary and across Europe, where new majorities have corrected the course.
For years, a well-rehearsed interplay of Socialists, Greens, Liberals and the so-called “centre” was enough to push decisions through the European Parliament almost automatically. That phase is coming to an end.
The old majorities are crumbling and new constellations are forming. More and more often, majorities prevail in committee and in plenary that demand a sense of reality, more order and more common sense. The ESN Group stands right in the middle of it: no longer a mere observer, but a voice that makes majorities possible — or prevents them.
This page documents where that shift becomes concrete: a course correction in migration policy, a left-wing opinion on the rule of law stopped in committee, and a Group that keeps growing — with a new delegation from Italy and an ESN party entering government in Czechia.
Narrowest result (JURI)12 : 11
LIBE return mandate03 / 2026
New delegation (Italy)02 / 2026
Czech coalition entry10 / 2025
As of June 2026
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For the first time there is a majority in the European Parliament for a genuine turnaround on migration: an EU-wide list of safe countries of origin, a reformed “safe third country” mechanism and the Return Regulation adopted in June 2026.
For years EU migration policy was pushed in one direction only: more incentives, more abuse, less control. Citizens see the consequences every day — overburdened municipalities, endless procedures, hardly any returns. That system has now been visibly dented.
One key element was the first-ever EU-wide list of safe countries of origin together with the reform of the “safe third country” mechanism. Member States can now reject manifestly unfounded asylum applications faster, and the legal basis is created to transfer illegal migrants to return centres outside the European Union.
The Return Regulation adopted in June 2026 creates far sharper instruments for the first time: strict obligations for people required to leave, real consequences for non-cooperation, trade and development sanctions against uncooperative third countries, and lifetime entry bans for dangerous illegal migrants.
In March 2026 a right-wing majority secured the negotiating mandate on stricter return rules, overcoming attempts by S&D, the Greens and the Left to block the process. In the Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs a joint compromise was reached by ESN, EPP, ECR and Patriots for Europe — strongly shaped by ESN — and this position was then upheld in plenary.
“Returns outside Europe — without the votes of the ESN Group this breakthrough would not have been possible.”
In February 2026 the JURI Committee rejected a left-wing draft opinion on the “Rule of Law” report by 12 votes to 11. The decisive vote was cast by ESN member Mary Khan.
In a closely contested vote, the JURI Committee rejected a left-wing draft opinion on the “Rule of Law” report, with 12 votes against and 11 in favour. The decisive vote was cast by ESN Member of the European Parliament Mary Khan, demonstrating the tangible impact of ESN representatives in shaping outcomes at the European level.
The rejected proposal once again reflected a catalogue of ideological demands, including expanded legal privileges for illegal migrants, support for regulatory frameworks limiting freedom of expression online, and calls for intensified political pressure on sovereign member states such as Hungary. It also promoted deeper cooperation with politically aligned NGOs, despite ongoing controversies surrounding EU funding and lobbying practices.
“An important step toward restoring balance, transparency, and respect for national sovereignty within the European Union.”
In February 2026 Italian MEP Roberto Vannacci joined the Group together with his political movement Futuro Nazionale, expanding ESN’s presence in Southern Europe.
The ESN Group in the European Parliament continues to grow and strengthen its position with the accession of a new member and a new national delegation from Italy.
This development reflects a broader trend across Europe, where new political forces are emerging and choosing to cooperate within the ESN framework. With each new delegation, the Group gains not only in numbers but also in political reach and diversity, bringing together representatives from an increasing number of member states.
The arrival of the Italian delegation underlines that ESN is building momentum and becoming an increasingly relevant force in shaping the political balance within the European Parliament, strengthening cooperation between like minded parties across Europe and expanding its influence step by step.
The Czech parliamentary elections of October 2025 were a significant success for Freedom and Direct Democracy (SPD), which has emerged as a key force within the new governing coalition.
Under the leadership of Tomio Okamura, the party achieved a strong electoral result, confirming growing public support for policies focused on national sovereignty and the protection of citizens’ interests.
SPD’s inclusion in the government represents not only a domestic political breakthrough, but also an important step for the broader European movement advocating reform and cooperation among sovereign nations. As a member of the ESN Group in the European Parliament, SPD strengthens the voice of the Europe of Sovereign Nations, contributing to a more balanced and representative future for Europe.
This success also highlights the growing relevance of ESN-aligned parties in shaping the political direction of Europe.
Now the citizen moves back to the centre. Now reality counts again. Now begins the time of a Europe of Sovereign Nations.
Stanisław Tyszka & René Aust · Co-Presidents of the ESN Group
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