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Russian passport offer designed to undermine Ukraine

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UKRAINE/RUSSIA

Putin's initial decision last week to simplify citizenship procedures for residents of rebel-controlled eastern Ukraine is a challenge to that country's new president. It implies…

Schengen enlargement may be delayed further

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ROMANIA/BULGARIA

Austria vetoed both countries’ accession, ignoring the European Commission’s positive recommendation. The Netherlands opposed only Bulgaria’s entry. Schengen’s non-enlargement…

'Golden visas' will persist despite EU clampdown

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EU

The 'golden visa' controversy in the EU.

Gaza war will put pressure on EU internal borders

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EU

EU: Gaza war to put pressure on internal borders

Tighter Ecuador rules put Venezuelan migrants at risk

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ECUADOR

ECUADOR: Tighter rules put Venezuelan migrants at risk

EU-wide regulation regarding golden visas is likely

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EU

Pressure is rising to close so-called golden visa schemes, heavily used by Russians, that give wealthy investors the right to live, work and engage in business in the EU. The…

Greek golden visa scheme will still draw in investors

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GREECE

The scheme has supported buoyant foreign demand for residential properties, which is an important source of foreign direct investment in Greece. However, potential security risks…

Kosovo's governing coalition may not survive exodus

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KOSOVO

The mass exodus from Kosovo to the EU.

Multiple drivers will sustain north Somali migration

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SOMALIA

The drivers of migration for northern Somalis are diverse. In the urban centres of Puntland and Somaliland, two northern regions, many young Somalis are undertaking tahriib -- a…

Russia's neighbours must adapt to hosting migrants

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RUSSIA

Fear of being called up has driven men to leave Russia by multiple routes. Kazakhstan and Georgia are popular destinations, reached overland. States that traditionally provided…