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Bulgaria and Romania officially joined the Schengen area, enhancing their integration within Europe.

The EU's Schengen area expansion showcases a commitment to unity amidst rising nationalism.

The reintroduction of border controls in Germany jeopardizes the Schengen Area and EU unity, raising concerns among neighboring countries and experts.

Bulgaria and Romania are set to join the Schengen area effective January 1, 2025, allowing free movement without internal border checks.

Romania and Bulgaria will officially join the Schengen Area on January 1, 2025, ending a long wait and improving border management.

Romania is set to join the Schengen area, enhancing travel and economic ties with Hungary.

The EU's ETIAS will launch in spring 2025, mandating travel waivers for visitors from over 60 countries to enhance security measures.

Germany is enhancing border controls to tackle irregular migration and crime after recent extremist incidents.

The Netherlands is increasing border controls to reduce illegal immigration from Germany and Belgium under temporary measures.

Germany's new border checks illustrate a troubling shift away from the open borders ethos of the EU.

The Entry/Exit System (EES) enhances border security by digitally tracking non-EU citizens entering and exiting Schengen countries.

The system's implementation is fueled by strong collaboration among various stakeholders and advanced biometric capabilities.