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EU reaches agreement on reforming bloc's migration laws
EU countries and lawmakers reached an agreement yesterday on an overhaul of the bloc's laws on handling asylum-seekers and migrants, officials said.
Bulgaria and Hungary at Bottom in EU's GDP Ranking
Eurostat's recent data release for 2022 spotlights the profound economic contrasts existing within the European Union, shedding light on the stark disparities between affluent and struggling nations.
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US Leads International Operation in Red Sea Amid Escalating Houthi Attacks
The US has launched a multinational effort aimed at safeguarding Red Sea shipping routes following increased attacks on merchant vessels. US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin made the announcement during his visit to Bahrain.
US announces 10-nation coalition to combat Huthi attacks in Red Sea
The United States on Monday has announced a 10-nation coalition to quell Huthi missile and drone attacks on ships transiting the Red Sea, with Britain, France, Bahrain and Italy among countries joining the "multinational security initiative."
Israel faces Gaza ceasefire calls, US vows more arms
Israel faced another round of global pressure on Tuesday for a ceasefire in Gaza with a new U.N. vote and fresh Western diplomatic efforts, although the United States vowed to continue arming its ally.
The U.N. Security Council was set to convene Tuesday to weigh a call for a ceasefire in the besieged Palestinian territory, after a previous bid was vetoed by the United States.
Romania's Schengen Entry Decision Expected by January End
Romania anticipates a pivotal moment in its Schengen area accession on January 24, coinciding with the upcoming Justice and Home Affairs Council meeting. As per the analysis by "Adevarul," MEP Eugen Tomac presses President Klaus Iohannis to take a stand in the European Council should firm assurances regarding Schengen not be forthcoming.
Dutch govt drops objection to Bulgaria joining Schengen
Bulgaria has met the conditions to join Europe's passport-free Schengen area by strengthening its borders and efforts to combat illegal migration, the Netherlands said Friday, as Sofia took one step closer to joining.
BREAKING: Bulgaria's Schengen Triumph - The Netherlands Grants Approval!
The Netherlands has granted approval for Bulgaria's inclusion in the Schengen area, as per a report by "Reuters." Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov, speaking after the European Council meeting in Brussels, anticipated positive news, highlighting the crucial decision made by the Dutch government.
Tonight Bulgaria Anticipates Favorable Outcome on Schengen Entry Following Dutch Decision
UPDATE: The Dutch justice ministry just announced that they have given their approval for Bulgaria to join the Schengen area, marking the end of the Netherlands' prolonged resistance to this decision.
Gaza contact group calls on Nordic states to be more critical of Israel
The foreign ministers of the Contact Group called on Nordic countries and Benelux states to be more critical against Israel as part of their efforts for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Gaza.