Schengen Area

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.

Bulgarian Parliament Moves to Scrap Russian Gas Tax And Terminates Russian Oil Derogation Amid Opposition Turmoil

In a tumultuous parliamentary session marked by opposition discord, lawmakers aligned with the government advanced two pivotal energy-related changes in their initial reading. Despite disruptions, the vote successfully repealed the supplementary fee for transporting Russian gas through Bulgaria.

Bulgaria's Prime Minister Urges Progress On Land Borders For Schengen Integration

Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov emphasized the importance of addressing land borders alongside proposed air and sea border agreements as Bulgaria pursues integration into the Schengen area. Speaking on Nova TV, he underscored the need for advancements concerning land borders, emphasizing the nation should not be excluded from these discussions.

BREAKING: Hungary Will Veto Bulgaria’s Schengen Membership!

Hungary has formally confirmed its intention to veto Bulgaria's entry into the EU's travel zone if identity document control isn't implemented, announced the Hungarian Foreign Ministry in Budapest. This declaration marks the first official acknowledgment from Viktor Orban's government regarding this stance, following recent reports in the Financial Times.

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.

Bulgaria Stands Firm on Schengen Membership Bid, Says Foreign Minister

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mariya Gabriel emphasized Bulgaria's unwavering stance on its Schengen entry aspirations, vowing to maintain the hard-earned progress and efforts in joining the border-free zone. Gabriel conveyed this commitment while addressing reporters during her participation in a session of the parliamentary Foreign Policy Committee.

Bulgaria's PM: Schengen Discussions Continue Amid Hungary's Objection to EU-Ukraine Aid

Bulgaria's Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov dispelled rumors regarding specific discussions between Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer and Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Bulgaria and Romania's Schengen accession during the European leaders' meeting.

Austria-Hungary is "rising from the grave"; Don't worry, it will only last 50 years

Given that Hungary is holding 50 billion euros in aid to Ukraine and as a hostage for that country's accession to the EU, Vienna, its critics claim, is using the impasse to push its priorities behind the scenes, ignoring the urgency of the situation in Kyiv.

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