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Bomb Attack Targets Anti-Racist Organization In Cyprus, Human Rights Defenders Increasingly At Risk In Europe

On the early morning of January 5th 2024, KISA, an anti-racist organization based in Cyprus, endured a violent and targeted attack in its offices

World » EU | January 11, 2024, Thursday // 15:12 | Viewed: 3509

Bulgaria Gains Partial Schengen Access Via Air And Sea: What Does It Mean?

After more than a decade of anticipation, Bulgaria, together with Romania, has finally gained entry into the Schengen area

World » EU | January 10, 2024, Wednesday // 16:00 | Viewed: 11529

MEPs Query European Commission on Danube Ports' Schengen Entry Amidst Border Control Debate

Bulgarian Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) Andrey Novakov and Emil Radev, representing GERB, have directed inquiries to the European Commission regarding the potential inclusion of Danube ports, pivotal crosspoints between Bulgaria and Romania

World » EU | January 10, 2024, Wednesday // 13:13 | Viewed: 2662

France's Youngest Prime Minister Gabriel Attal Takes the Helm

French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Gabriel Attal, aged just 34, as the nation's youngest prime minister in modern history

World » EU | January 9, 2024, Tuesday // 15:04 | Viewed: 2479

Austrian Chamber Applauds Schengen Impact: Boosting Bulgaria's Business Prospects

The Austrian Chamber of Commerce, serving as the overseas business representative, has greeted the partial Schengen agreement positively, hailing it as a promising development

World » EU | January 9, 2024, Tuesday // 14:24 | Viewed: 5498

EU Unemployment Rate Reaches Historic Low: Bulgaria Reports Notable Decline to 4.3%

In a significant turn, the unemployment rate across the Eurozone hit a remarkable record low of 6.4% in November 2023, marking a decline from the previous 6.5% in October and notably lower than the 6.7% reported a year earlier in November 2022

World » EU | January 9, 2024, Tuesday // 13:05 | Viewed: 2684

Sofia and Burgas Airports Set for Overnight Schengen Corridor Launch

As Bulgaria prepares to enter Schengen by air on March 31, Jesus Caballero, CEO of Sofia Airport's operating company, foresees faster terminal transitions for over two-thirds of passengers

World » EU | January 9, 2024, Tuesday // 11:22 | Viewed: 6424

Vetoing Austria: Bulgarian Business Leader Urges Tougher Stance After Limited Schengen Acceptance

Vasil Velev, Chairman of the Association of Industrial Capital in Bulgaria, expressed discontent over Bulgaria's limited acceptance into the Schengen area, highlighting the missed economic opportunities estimated at over 1 billion annually.

World » EU | January 9, 2024, Tuesday // 09:11 | Viewed: 3836

Austrian Officers to Assist Document Checks at Bucharest Airport Following Schengen Entry

Romania's Schengen accession on March 31 brings about notable changes at Bucharest's Henri Coanda International Airport as Austrian officers will collaborate with Romanian counterparts in passport and document scrutiny

World » EU | January 8, 2024, Monday // 17:33 | Viewed: 5746

Sofia Among Least Welcoming Cities for Immigrants

A recent study conducted by the European Commission has unveiled Sofia, the capital city of Bulgaria, among the cities perceived as least hospitable for immigrants

World » EU | January 5, 2024, Friday // 15:33 | Viewed: 4217

EU Officially Admits Bulgaria and Romania to Schengen by Air and Water from March 31

The Council of the European Union's decision to welcome Bulgaria and Romania into the Schengen zone by air and water starting March 31, 2024, has been formally published in the Official Journal of the EU

World » EU | January 4, 2024, Thursday // 12:02 | Viewed: 13029

Economic Leap: Croatia's Minimum Wage Doubles to 830 Euros

Croatia has ushered in a new fiscal landscape, as nine tax laws come into effect on January 1, boosting the minimum wage to 830 euros, as reported by Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic

World » EU | January 4, 2024, Thursday // 08:45 | Viewed: 3055

Europe Embraces 'Dry January' as Sobriety Movement Gains Momentum

Across Europe, the tradition of "Dry January" has cemented its place as an annual event, spearheaded by the growing popularity of the sobriety movement, especially among the younger demographic

World » EU | January 3, 2024, Wednesday // 15:35 | Viewed: 3041

Romanian Analyst Accuses Austrian Government of Anti-European Actions Amid Schengen Discussions

Razvan Nicolescu, a Romanian analyst, expressed strong criticism against Austria's government, accusing it of adopting anti-European behaviors during discussions about Bulgaria and Romania's Schengen area accession

World » EU | January 3, 2024, Wednesday // 15:04 | Viewed: 4114

Austria Outlines 5 Conditions for Schengen Land Borders with Bulgaria and Romania

The Austrian government has specified five prerequisites for potentially lifting checks at Schengen land borders for Bulgarian and Romanian citizens

World » EU | January 3, 2024, Wednesday // 09:49 | Viewed: 16334

Historic Step: Estonia Officially Recognizes Same-Sex Marriage Rights

Estonia has marked a historic milestone as it legalized same-sex marriage, aligning itself with its Scandinavian counterparts

World » EU | January 2, 2024, Tuesday // 14:30 | Viewed: 2909

Deputy PM Thanks Spanish Presidency as Bulgaria, Romania Set to Join Schengen

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mariya Gabriel extended gratitude to the Spanish Presidency of the EU Council for their collaborative efforts facilitating Bulgaria's Schengen accession

World » EU | January 1, 2024, Monday // 16:30 | Viewed: 3940

Italy Takes the Helm of G7 Amidst Global Unrest

Italy steps into the pivotal role of the G7 rotating presidency, taking over from Japan, in a time fraught with global tensions and intricate geopolitical challenges, as reported by world agencies and Italian media

World » EU | January 1, 2024, Monday // 12:02 | Viewed: 3235

Belgium Assumes EU Council Presidency Amidst Crucial Challenges

Belgium steps into the pivotal role of presiding over the Council of the European Union for the 13th time, shouldering responsibilities during a challenging period

World » EU | January 1, 2024, Monday // 11:57 | Viewed: 2770

Finally: Bulgaria and Romania to Enter Schengen via Air and Sea in 2024 - No Additional Refugee Requirements

In a momentous announcement on December 30, the Spanish Presidency of the Council of the EU confirmed Bulgaria and Romania's entrance into the Schengen area through air and water routes, effective March 31, 2024

World » EU | December 31, 2023, Sunday // 03:15 | Viewed: 7399

Schengen Access for Romania: Negotiations Set for Second Half of 2024

According to Romanian daily Adevarul, negotiations for Romania's full accession to the Schengen area are slated for the latter half of 2024, as revealed by undisclosed political sources

World » EU | December 30, 2023, Saturday // 10:16 | Viewed: 4655
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