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Bulgaria, Germany2 Bulgarians Extradited to Germany for Human Trafficking

29 Jul 2010

'Novinite' reports that Germany asked Bulgaria to extradite two Bulgarian citizens, charged with human trafficking and pimping. The two have lured a Bulgarian and two Czech women to Germany with the promise of jobs, then took their passports, drugged and abused them and forced them into prostitution. More
Romania, Bulgaria, FranceBulgaria, Romania join French efforts against Roma offenders

29 Jul 2010

'Expatica' reports that Bulgaria and Romania joined efforts with France to find a solution to illegal Roma migration - following French plans to close down illegal migrant camps and expel offenders. The article however covers mostly the reactions to President Sarkozy's remarks on the subject. More
BulgariaPolice in Varna arrest 27 prostitutes, charges pressed

22 Jul 2010

'Sofia Echo' reports that police have investigated prostitutes in Varna for more than four months and have arrested 27 in a large raid. One girl was only 17 - she was returned to her parents. The report does not mention whether any of the women - including a Russian - was victim of trafficking. More
BulgariaAnother Roma ghetto in Sofia to be demolished

14 Jul 2010

'Sophia Echo' reports that a Roma ghetto in Malinova Dolina will be demolished. It is part of a "clean up" in many Bulgarian municipalities, of illegal Roma settlements on municipal land. However, the fundamental rights of residents of these settlements are not respected. More
BulgariaRoma kids from around Bulgaria forced to beg in Sofia

28 Jun 2010

'Novinite' reports that 80% of the child beggars in Sofia are of Roma origin, exploited by relatives. As part of a campaign the municipality took in 130 children off the streets. The project will continue until the number of begging children is reduced as much as possible. More