On Thursday, France’s Constitutional Council annulled the law permitting extended detention of immigrants, a move that brings relief to irregular migrants, including many Bangladeshis residing in France. Previously, the law allowed detention of serious offenders for up to 210 days instead of the earlier 90 days. The constitutional court ruled this extension unconstitutional, emphasizing the protection of personal freedom and dignity. With nearly 100,000 Bangladeshis living in France—many in irregular status—this ruling eases widespread community concerns. In 2024, around 40,000 immigrants were held in administrative detention centers. Human rights group La Cimade welcomed the ruling, though some political figures from the Interior Ministry argue it undermines public safety.