ARCHIVE - 9 May 2024

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"Solidarity Bulgaria" Advocates for Restoration of Soviet Army Monument on Victory Day

On Victory Day, commemorating the end of World War II, the coalition "Solidarity Bulgaria" marked the occasion with a symbolic gesture at the dismantled monument to the Soviet army in Sofia

Politics | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 16:19

Bulgarian Socialist Party Leader Commemorates Victory Day and Europe Day with Call for Peace

As Bulgaria marks both Victory Day and Europe Day, Kornelia Ninova, leader of the Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP), took a moment to reflect on the sacrifices made during World War II and the enduring quest for peace on the continent

Politics | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 14:04

Bulgarian PM Glavchev: No Further Concessions to North Macedonia on EU Path

Bulgaria's Acting Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Dimitar Glavchev, emphasized Bulgaria's commitment to European Union (EU) requirements in response to the recent election outcomes in the Republic of North Macedonia.

Politics | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 12:53

Radev Stresses Principles of Good Neighborliness in Response to North Macedonia's Election Outcome

Following the victory of Gordana Siljanovska Davkova from VMRO-DPMNE in North Macedonia's presidential elections, Bulgarian President Rumen Radev reaffirmed his support for the European integration of North Macedonia

Politics | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 11:10

Bulgaria Celebrates Victory Day

As Europe Day dawns, it is intertwined with a solemn remembrance that echoes through history – the 79th anniversary of Victory Day over Nazi Germany.

Politics | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 08:56

British Armed Forces Minister Visits Bulgaria Ahead of NATO Summit

The British Minister of the Armed Forces, Leo Doherty, is set to embark on a two-day visit to Bulgaria, as announced by the British Embassy

Politics » Defense | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 10:50

Society

Weather in Bulgaria: More Showers and Thunderstorms

May 9 brings a mixed bag of atmospheric phenomena, with isolated rain showers dominating the western regions and the looming possibility of thunderstorms in the southwest

Society » Environment | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 08:15

Bulgaria Implements Temporary Measures Against Whooping Cough Epidemic

In response to the threat of a whooping cough epidemic, Bulgaria has enacted temporary anti-epidemic measures aimed at curbing the spread of the disease

Society » Health | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 10:00

Pleven Underwater: Cleanup Begins After Severe Downpour

In the aftermath of a relentless downpour that inundated Pleven overnight, the city awakens to a scene of widespread damage and disruption

Society » Incidents | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 09:06

World

Repeat Incident: Another Boeing Plane Makes Emergency Landing in Turkey with Landing Gear Malfunction

A passenger plane made a hair-raising landing "on its stomach" at Alanya airport in Turkey following a malfunction with its landing gear

World | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 15:45

Turkey's Central Bank Forecasts Inflation to Hit 75% Peak in May

Turkey's central bank finds itself grappling with the country's persistent inflationary turmoil, projecting that the crisis will culminate in May with rates skyrocketing to approximately 75-76%

World | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 13:05

Iran Threatens Shift in its Nuclear Doctrine

Tensions escalate in the Middle East as Iran issues a stark warning, signaling a potential shift in its nuclear doctrine in response to perceived threats from Israel

World | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 12:25

US Warns Israel: Arms Deliveries Halted in Response to Military Operation

In a significant development that underscores growing tensions in the Middle East, President Joe Biden has issued a stern warning to Israel, announcing the halt of certain weapons deliveries if a military operation proceeds in the Palestinian territory of

World | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 09:00

EU Agrees on Use of Frozen Russian Assets to Aid Ukraine

In a pivotal decision with far-reaching implications, European Union ambassadors have reached a consensus on the management of frozen Russian assets

World » EU | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 09:03

Bulgaria Celebrates Europe Day

Today, the 9th of May, marks a significant occasion across Europe as nations come together to celebrate Europe Day

World » EU | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 08:28

Gordana Siljanovska Davkova and VMRO-DPMNE Secure Landslide Victory in North Macedonia Elections

After a decisive electoral triumph, Gordana Siljanovska Davkova, representing VMRO-DPMNE, clinched victory in the second round of North Macedonia's presidential election

World » Southeast Europe | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 09:20

Putin Agrees to Withdraw Russian Troops from Armenia

Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to withdraw Russian troops and border guards from various parts of Armenia

World » Russia | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 16:04

Russia's Putin Asserts Nuclear Drills Are Routine, Belarus to Join

Following Russia's announcement of an upcoming military exercise involving tactical nuclear weapons, President Vladimir Putin asserted that there was nothing out of the ordinary about the drills

World » Russia | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 14:31

Russian Oil Base Near Black Sea Targeted by Ukrainian Armed Forces; 8 Injured in Shelling of Belgorod Region

Ukrainian forces targeted a Russian oil base near the Black Sea and shelled the Belgorod region, resulting in eight people sustaining injuries

World » Ukraine | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 11:27

Hungary Refuses NATO's Ukraine Aid Plan, Labels It "Insane Mission"

Hungary has declared its refusal to participate in NATO's proposed long-term aid plan for Ukraine, denouncing it as a "mad mission," according to the country's foreign minister, Peter Szijjártó

World » Ukraine | May 9, 2024, Thursday // 10:25
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