As Romania and Bulgaria celebrated shedding their border checks to officially join the Schengen Zone, an unexpected guest took centre stage. A stray dog, oblivious to the pomp and circumstances, became the first traveller to cross the newly opened Hungary-Romania border, earning applause from officials gathered for the milestone moment. Watch the video here: The Schengen Zone, a cornerstone of …
SOFIA, Bulgaria — Romania and Bulgaria partially joined Europe’s ID-check-free travel zone on Sunday, marking a new step in the two countries’ integration with the European Union. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hailed the change as a “huge success for both countries” and a “historic moment” for what is the world’s largest free travel zone. Austria vetoed Romania …
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