Schengen

Schengen Strains Under Dutch Border Crashes 

A fatal pile-up at a Dutch checkpoint amid a migrant crisis over Ceuta. Can Schengen survive its own members' choices?

Ceuta Crisis Exposes the Limits of Sánchez’s Migration Model

The Ceuta crisis does not prove that Spain's regularisation policy caused mass migration, but it exposes how quickly legal ambiguity and expectations of eventual residence can weaken border deterrence.

Gibraltar Border Opens, but the Real Test Starts Now

The new Gibraltar treaty removes a border that had become economically absurd, but its real success will depend on whether Britain, Spain and the EU can turn symbolic relief into durable trust.

Europe Drops the Passport Stamp for Good

Schengen passport stamps end next month, replaced by fingerprints and facial scans for more than 60 nationalities including the UK, US, and Australia.

A New Schengen Gulf Style as EU Puts Up Barriers

Gulf states launch unified visa for seamless travel across six nations, as EU border controls rise even in the Schengen amid migration tensions.

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Germany's ex-spymaster undermined allied confidence and gave Moscow-friendly politicians a talking point.

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Rubio urged the West to copy ancient Greek loyalty, yet ancient Athens thrived on argument, dissent and noisy assemblies.

Young Voters Could Decide France’s Next President

Hate-speech allegations bruise Bardella and energise Mélenchon, but household finances and young-voter turnout will determine who wins France's presidency.

Sánchez Rents His Fate to Housing Anger

Sánchez is betting housing anger can save his government, but voters may blame him for the crisis.

Renault Goes Leaner: Drones and Electric Cars

Renault's falling petrol sales are paying for electric access, but real ownership is still missing for French households.