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Truck Drivers Protest EU System, Block Borders for Week

1/26/2026

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On January 26, 2026, truck drivers from North Macedonia, Montenegro, Bosnia, and Serbia intensified protests, blocking border crossings including Bogorodica.
They oppose the EU's Entry-Exit System (EES), claiming it threatens livelihoods and imposes burdens.
The action involves about 370 trucks in North Macedonia and nine Montenegro crossings, with Montenegrin authorities monitoring deportations of legally employed drivers.
The protests are set to continue for seven days unless resolved.

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Story summary

On January 26, 2026, truck drivers from North Macedonia, Montenegro, Bosnia, and Serbia intensified protests, blocking border crossings including Bogorodica.
They oppose the EU's Entry-Exit System (EES), claiming it threatens livelihoods and imposes burdens.
The action involves about 370 trucks in North Macedonia and nine Montenegro crossings, with Montenegrin authorities monitoring deportations of legally employed drivers.
The protests are set to continue for seven days unless resolved.