The European Parliament approved a legislative change allowing asylum seekers to be transferred to unrelated countries before their claims are processed. This change removes the requirement for a connection between the applicant and the transfer country, enabling agreements with foreign governments for accepting migrants in exchange for money. The regulation aims to streamline the asylum process but raises concerns about the treatment of asylum seekers in third countries. The vote split the Parliament, with right-wing parties supporting the change and left-wing parties opposing it due to potential risks for vulnerable groups.