The European Commission is proposing changes to the EU’s temporary protection framework for people fleeing Ukraine, particularly focusing on men of military age. At a meeting of EU interior ministers in Luxembourg, European Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration Magnus Brunner said the proposal would prevent newly arriving individuals who cannot leave Ukraine due to military obligations from automatically receiving temporary protection. Brunner also indicated that existing protection for Ukrainians already covered by the scheme would remain in place, but could be subject to new conditions. Reporting from both Inquirer.net and DW says the Commission’s idea would limit blanket, unreviewed access to protection by introducing circumstances related to military service. Multiple sources add that the proposal is backed by a number of EU member states and that Kyiv supports the direction of the change. The overall discussion centers on balancing continued protection for displaced Ukrainians with rules that address those who are subject to compulsory military duties and therefore may not be able to depart Ukraine.