Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-000710/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Nadine Morano (PPE)
On 5 February 2025, several masked men armed with Kalashnikov assault rifles opened fire in the Brussels metro, without hindrance.
These long guns come from Eastern European countries, mainly the Balkans, and are regularly used in drug trafficking, gang-related activity, prison escapes, organised crime and terrorism on European soil. Their use by delinquents and criminals is becoming more and more normal.
In France, Serbian assault rifles bought in Slovakia were notably used in both the Bataclan and Hypercacher attacks in 2015.
In light of this:
What specific actions will the Commission take to combat the trafficking of fire arms from the Balkans?
Submitted: 17.2.2025