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UK Opposition Roars Against "Organized Migration Scam"

The British opposition has yelled against the ruling Labour party of Tony Blair over the "massive, well-organised migration scam". Tories representatives called for ministerial heads to roll in the mounting immigration row, including that of the Immigrat

Politics | March 30, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 547

Bulgarian Media Sharp Eyed on NATO

Bulgarian journalists competed Tuesday in a shooting tournament to mark the country's entry into NATO. The printed and electronic media were highly appraised for their contribution to inform Bulgarian society about the process of accession to the Alliance

Politics | March 30, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 781

UK Embassy in Bulgaria Suspends Business Visas

The British Embassy in Sofia suspended temporarily the issuing of business visas for Bulgarians. The measure will not affect those who apply for UK visas with the purpose of going on business trips, tourism excursions or language courses, Embassy officia

Politics | March 30, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 967

US: NATO Expansion No Threat for Russia

The accession of seven new countries of Central and Eastern Europe to the North Atlantic Alliance does not threaten the security of Russia, spokesman for the U.S.

Politics | March 30, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 693

Bulgaria's Army Chief Wants More Reforms

Bulgaria's Army Chief urged political support for further military reforms. General Nikola Kolev stressed on the fact that changes had to continue even after entering NATO.

Politics | March 30, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 577

UK Suspends Immigration Applications from Bulgaria, Romania

UK Home Secretary David Blunkett said in an interview that he intends to suspend all applications from Romania and Bulgaria. His words came as an immigration scandal burst out recently.

Politics | March 30, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 784

Bulgaria Plans 48,000-Strong Armed Forces

The Bulgarian Armed Forces may number 48,000 as suggested by the General Staff.

Politics | March 30, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 518

Al-Qaeda Made Its Way to Romania

People who have links to the terror network Al-Qaeda have traveled to Romania heading from Iraq, Afghanistan and Pakistan. The news was broken by the Director of the Romanian Special Services Radu Rimofte, who refused to reveal the terrorists nationalit

Politics | March 30, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 2694

French PM Stays On Despite Election Defeat

French President Jacques Chirac decided to keep his prime minister, Jean-Pierre Raffarin, but told him to form a new government after a crushing defeat in regional elections. Chirac's office said Raffarin tendered the government's resignation and that th

Politics | March 30, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 468

Bulgarian, Romanian Would-be Immigrants "Buy UK Visas"

The British Home Office investigates claims that thousands of wannabe immigrants from Romania and Bulgaria are buying their way into Britain on forged documents after the consular official who leaked the claim to the shadow cabinet was suspended.

Politics | March 30, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 866

NATO Flag Flutters in Sofia

The flags of NATO, Bulgaria and the three armed services were hoisted at an official ceremony in front of the Joint Strategic Headquarters building in Sofia Tuesday morning. Bulgaria's Chief of the Army Staff General Nikola Kolev as well as other top off

Politics | March 30, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 745

Poor Living Standards "Force" Bulgarians to Emigrate

Poor living standards in Bulgaria and Romania force people from these two Balkan countries to emigrate to a place where life is considerably better. For Bulgarians and Romanians enduring high unemployment, lower life expectancy and average salaries aroun

Politics | March 30, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1032

2 More Madrid Terror Suspects Charged

Spanish judge charged two more suspects in the Madrid bombings. Judge Juan del Olmo charged Basel Ghayoun, a Syrian, with mass killings in the March 11 bombings that left at least 190 people dead.

Politics | March 30, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1564

Bulgaria, Romania "Among US Closest Allies"

Bulgaria and Romania, two former communist countries that joined NATO are among US closest allies in the war in Iraq and are still behind Washington despite all doubts concerning that war. That was written in an analysis published by AFP news agency.

Politics | March 30, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1251

Bush: We'll Work Together for Peace

I expect that we will work together for a better, more peaceful world, US President Bush said in his address to the seven new NATO members. He hosted a special ceremony at the White House to welcome Bulgaria, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Romania, Slovakia

Politics | March 29, 2004, Monday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1325

2,000 Attend White House Ceremony

Around 2,000 people are expected to attend the NATO enlargement ceremony hosted by Bush at the White House. Of those, 300 are expected to be Bulgarians.

Politics | March 29, 2004, Monday // 00:00 | Viewed: 560

Bulgaria's FM: NATO is Responsibility

Entering NATO is first of all a responsibility, Bulgaria's foreign minister said hours after the country's accession. On Monday, Prime Minister Simeon Saxe-Coburg handed the accession documents to US State Secretary Colin Powell.

Politics | March 29, 2004, Monday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1466

Bulgaria Joined NATO in Biggest Expansion Round

Bulgaria, together with six more former Soviet-dominated nations, became full-fledged NATO member in the most ambitious expansion in the Alliance history. Bulgaria's Prime Minister Saxe-Coburg was the first to submit the accession document to the US gove

Politics | March 29, 2004, Monday // 00:00 | Viewed: 878

Powell Extols New NATO Members

NATO is welcoming today seven independent and democratic European countries, US Secretary of State Powell said as the Alliance swelled up to 26. Prime Ministers of Bulgaria, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Romania, Slovakia and Slovenia tabled in Washington

Politics | March 29, 2004, Monday // 00:00 | Viewed: 597

Bulgaria Submits NATO Accession Document First

Bulgaria, together with six more former Soviet-dominated nations, became full-fledged NATO member in the most ambitious expansion in the Alliance history. Bulgaria's Prime Minister Saxe-Coburg was the first to submit the accession document to the US gove

Politics | March 29, 2004, Monday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1504

Bulgaria's FM Urges Bosnia and Herzegovina Reforms

Bulgaria's foreign minister and current OSCE chair urged speeded - up reforms in Bosnia and Heregovina. According to Solomon Passy, they were crucial for the state's future EU and NATO integration.

Politics | March 29, 2004, Monday // 00:00 | Viewed: 714
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