Andrew and Tristan Tate free to leave Romania but not the EU

The brothers' are still awaiting trial for and their new freedom of movement is subject to appeal

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They had previously been banned from leaving the country where they are awaiting trial, indicted on charges of human trafficking, rape and forming a criminal gang to sexually exploit women. They deny all allegations against them.

The decision to allow freedom of movement in the EU is not final and can be appealed.

The brothers said the move represented a "significant victory and major step forward" in their ongoing case.

The brothers' lawyer, Eugene Vidineac, called the ruling a "reflection of the exemplary behaviour and assistance of my clients.

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