Keywords: SCHENGEN


Spain checks 199 Italy arrivals as border controls deepen migration dispute

Spain has carried out checks on nearly 200 passengers arriving from Italy, marking the first implementation of newly reinstated border controls between the two European Union members amid a growing dispute over irregular migration. The Spanish Interior Ministry said 199 travellers on 12 flights from......

Spain warns Italy of retaliatory action over extended Schengen border controls

A diplomatic dispute has emerged between Spain and Italy after Madrid warned it could introduce retaliatory measures if Rome maintains temporary border controls affecting Spanish citizens under the Schengen free movement framework. The warning follows Italy's decision to suspend aspects of the Schengen......

Spain Says Ceuta Migration Surge Did Not Threaten the Schengen Area

Spain has reaffirmed that the recent surge in irregular migration to the North African enclave of Ceuta did not compromise the security of the Schengen Area, following an emergency meeting of European Union interior ministers. Spanish officials stressed that the situation remained confined to the city......

France calls for stronger cooperation with Morocco instead of politicizing Ceuta migration crisis

France has adopted a different approach from several European Union member states regarding the recent migration situation in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, emphasizing that closer cooperation with Morocco offers the most effective response to the challenge. French authorities argue that practical collaboration......

Slovakia urges stronger EU external border protection to safeguard Schengen free movement

Slovakia has called for stronger protection of the European Union’s external borders, arguing that effective border management is essential to preserving the Schengen Area’s system of passport-free travel. The appeal comes as European governments continue to debate their response to renewed......

EU member states divided over migration policy after Sebta border events

Recent migration events in Sebta have reignited debate within the European Union, exposing long-standing differences among member states over border management and migration policy. EU interior ministers are expected to hold discussions to assess the situation and explore a more coordinated response......

Death toll from irregular migration to Ceuta rises as Europe intensifies border debate

The death toll linked to attempts to reach the Spanish-administered city of Ceuta through irregular migration routes has reportedly risen, highlighting the growing humanitarian cost of dangerous sea crossings and renewed pressure on European migration policies. The latest developments have intensified......

Italy-Spain: Rome Temporarily Suspends Schengen Rules Amid Migrant Pressure

Italy has announced the temporary suspension of the application of Schengen rules with Spain, citing an exceptional migration situation linked to the massive influx of migrants to the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. The decision, made public by Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, comes as arrivals continue......

Finland backs calls to suspend Spain from Schengen area over migration concerns

Finland has expressed support for Italy’s proposal to consider suspending Spain from the Schengen Area following a recent surge in irregular migration attempts toward the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. The move adds to growing European debate over border management and the future of migration policies......