# Austrian political debate over migration and security > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/austrian-political-debate-over-migration-and-security > Updated: 2026-08-16T15:00:00.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. Mario Kunasek, the FPÖ Governor of Styria, has proposed intensified security and migration measures in Austria. To combat Islamist threats, Kunasek suggested that “preventive detention is also a possibility” and advocated for the use of ankle monitors to track high-risk individuals. He further proposed utilizing the Austrian Federal Army for deportations if commercial or charter flights are unavailable, suggesting that military transport aircraft be adapted for this purpose. Kunasek also raised concerns regarding the ease of obtaining Austrian citizenship, specifically referencing a case involving a convicted Syrian terrorist. These claims led to accusations of disinformation from the human rights organization SOS Mitmensch, which clarified that citizenship laws require significant hurdles, such as B1-level German proficiency and three years of income proof within a six-year period. Amidst these policy debates, polling data indicates a surge in support for the FPÖ in Styria, with the party potentially reaching approximately 43 percent in a regional election, while the ÖVP and SPÖ have seen declines. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-16: Styrian Governor Mario Kunasek faces criticism amid rising FPÖ poll numbers Styrian Governor Mario Kunasek faces criticism from SOS Mitmensch over alleged disinformation regarding citizenship laws, amid polls showing his FPÖ party rising toward a 43 percent majority in the region. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/styrian-governor-mario-kunasek-faces-criticism-amid-rising-fp-poll-numbers ### 2026-08-08: Mario Kunasek calls for preventive detention and military-led deportations Styrian Governor Mario Kunasek is demanding stricter measures against Islamist threats, including preventive detention, ankle monitors, and using the military to assist in deportations. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mario-kunasek-calls-for-preventive-detention-and-military-led-deportations --- Cite as: Austrian political debate over migration and security. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/austrian-political-debate-over-migration-and-security