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Montenegro Suspends Visa-Free Travel Amid Turkish Protests

10/27/2025

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On October 27, 2025, Montenegro suspended visa-free travel for Turkish citizens after violent incidents in Podgorica.
Prime Minister Milojko Spajic said the move preserves economic activity and bilateral relations.
Protests and anti-Turkish sentiment followed the stabbing of a local man by Turkish nationals.
Police detained about 45 Turkish nationals as Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan urged protection for citizens, and Montenegro hosts roughly 13,300 Turkish residents.

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On October 27, 2025, Montenegro suspended visa-free travel for Turkish citizens after violent incidents in Podgorica.
Prime Minister Milojko Spajic said the move preserves economic activity and bilateral relations.
Protests and anti-Turkish sentiment followed the stabbing of a local man by Turkish nationals.
Police detained about 45 Turkish nationals as Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan urged protection for citizens, and Montenegro hosts roughly 13,300 Turkish residents.