Historical Events tagged with "schengen area"
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US Suspends Travel from Europe Amid COVID-19 Crisis
In March 2020, President Donald Trump announced the suspension of travel from 26 European countries to the United States for a period of 30 days. This decision, aimed at curbing the rapid spread of COVID-19, took effect on March 13, 2020. It applied to countries within the Schengen Area, which includes most of Western Europe. The announcement raised significant concerns and led to widespread reactions across the globe, impacting thousands of travelers and escalating measures to contain the virus in the U.S. The focus was on protecting public health and managing the emerging pandemic.
Continue ReadingSchengen Agreement Creates Free Travel Zone
Five member nations of the European Economic Community came together to sign the Schengen Agreement, establishing a free travel zone with no border controls. This agreement was aimed at facilitating easier movement for citizens and enhancing cooperation among the nations involved. The signing took place in Schengen, Luxembourg, marking a significant step towards European integration and collaboration.
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