The decision came as a response to the government's plans, which had already begun rolling out with the Italian Navy transporting a group of 12 migrants to a detention facility in Albania, designed for processing their asylum claims. However, the judiciary's ruling emphasized discrepancies between the migrants' circumstances and the legal requirements set by a recent European Court of Justice ruling, leading to questions about the viability of such policies.

Among the migrants involved were six individuals from Bangladesh and six from Egypt, categorized under Italy's definition of “non-vulnerable.” The ruling raised concerns about the treatment of vulnerable populations, as Italy had classified certain individuals, like the ill and disabled, as needing additional protections. Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi announced an intention to appeal the decision, indicating that the government is willing to escalate the matter to Italy’s highest court in pursuit of their policy goals.

This legal predicament not only affects the immediate group of migrants but also casts doubt on the broader implications of Italy's approach, which had attracted attention from other nations and even the European Commission. As Europe grapples with migration challenges, the outcome of this case could set a precedent that influences asylum policies across the continent.