Event Brief
Von der Leyen cites technical issues in EU border checks
Filed: Jul 03, 2026 at 1:06 PM ET
Summary: Von der Leyen said technical problems with new EU airport border checks caused long queues and missed flights.
WHO: Ursula von der Leyen
WHAT: Admitted technical problems with new EU airport border checks linked to the Entry/Exit System
WHEN: Jul 03, 2026 at 12:32 PM ET
WHERE: European Union
WHY: Airlines reported hours-long queues and missed connecting flights tied to the Entry/Exit System.
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