Bulgaria leaves its Roma in the lurch

Bulgaria is remaining silent because it has no interest in the Bulgarian Roma living in France returning to their home country, writes the daily Novinar: "The government thinks the Roma cease to be Bulgarian citizens once they leave the country. This was made clear once more after France announced it was tightening the immigration laws and deporting Bulgarian Roma. The Bulgarian side has made no comment so far. ... Another reason for the silence of the government is the typical attitude of Bulgarians towards the Roma. If he's a gypsy then no doubt he will have stolen something and be in trouble with the police. Why should we go to the trouble of taking care of criminals? Those in power are hiding away in their rooms and praying that France will relent, keep the Roma and take care of them."

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