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The city of Schengen in Luxembourg, known for the Schengen Agreement, now faces the irony of reintroduced border controls. Germany reinstated checks at its borders in September 2024 to combat illegal immigration, following a terrorist attack. France and Italy have also implemented similar measures. These controls disrupt daily commutes for many workers from neighboring countries, leading to frustration among locals. The situation highlights the challenges facing the Schengen Area, as rising populism pressures governments to act against immigration. Politicians from Luxembourg and Germany recently experienced this irony firsthand during a border check while discussing cross-border cooperation.