Western Balkans Truck Drivers Threaten EU Border Blockade Over Schengen Visa Rules

Truck drivers from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro, and North Macedonia are threatening to block border crossings with the European Union on September 14. They are protesting EU rules that limit drivers from outside the Schengen area to 90 days within any 180-day period, arguing that these restrictions hinder their ability to work and transport goods. A prolonged blockade could significantly disrupt exports and imports, including essential goods like food, fuel, and medicines, impacting regional economic stability and supply chains.