Bulgaria's Defense Committee Greenlights Transfer of Anti-Aircraft Missiles to Ukraine
Bulgaria to provide old anti-aircraft missile complexes and anti-aircraft missiles of different types to Ukraine, to be used to strengthen its counter-air defense
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Bulgaria Greenlights Initial Funds for Stryker Armored Vehicles Amid Presidential Veto Rejection
The Bulgarian government swiftly approved an emergency allocation of $263.3 million towards the first installment for acquiring Stryker armored vehicles, set to be paid by December 15th
Bulgarian Border Police Thwarted Over 193,000 Illegal Entry Attempts in 2023
The Interior Ministry of Bulgaria disclosed that since the beginning of 2023 until November's end, the Border Police and other law enforcement units have successfully prevented over 193,000 illegal entry attempts into Bulgaria
Strategic Overhaul: Bulgaria Outlines 13 Defense Modernization Goals
Bulgaria has outlined an ambitious plan encompassing 13 pivotal projects aimed at fortifying and modernizing its armed forces by 2032
Bulgarian Parliament Ratified Acquisition of Stryker Combat Vehicles for Land Forces
The Bulgarian Parliament ratified an agreement on Friday for the acquisition of Stryker combat vehicles, marking a crucial step in bolstering the nation's defense capabilities
US Report Reveals Terrorists Exploiting Bulgarian Networks for Trafficking
The annual terrorism report for 2022 from the US Bureau of Combating Terrorism has spotlighted Bulgaria's vulnerabilities, citing foreign terrorist groups leveraging the nation's illegal smuggling and trafficking networks to infiltrate Europe
Bulgaria Participates in NATO's Cyber Coalition 2023, Enhances Cyber Defence
Bulgaria is actively engaged in NATO's Cyber Coalition 2023, a significant cyber defence drill recognized as one of the world's largest exercises
Zelensky has Asked for More Weapons from Bulgaria
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke by phone with Bulgarian Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov
Bulgaria's Defense Minister Highlights Potential in Drone Production
Bulgaria's Defense Minister, Todor Tagarev, has highlighted the country's significant prospects in drone manufacturing during an interview with Nova TV
European Sky Shield: Bulgaria Joins 11 Nations in Air Defense Initiative
The Bulgarian Council of Ministers has greenlit a landmark decision, approving a draft Memorandum of Understanding between Bulgaria and 11 European nations
Foreign Nationals Drive 90% of Illegal Migrant Trafficking in Bulgaria
Since the start of 2023, Bulgaria has seen a drastic surge in trafficking-related pre-trial proceedings, with 1,277 cases initiated, marking a staggering 60% increase compared to the same period in 2022
Bulgarian Defense Minister Warns Against Kremlin's Hybrid Threats in the Black Sea Region
The Minister of Defense Todor Tagarev participated in the conference "Countering hybrid threats from unconventional weapons in the Black Sea region", which was held today, November 28, in Sofia
Bulgaria and Turkey Collaborate to Strengthen Border Security
In a proactive move to bolster security along their shared border, Bulgaria and Turkey have initiated a joint project aimed at enhancing law enforcement capacities and cooperation
Defense Minister to Ukrainian Servicemen: Bulgaria Supports President Zelensky’s Peace Formula
Yesterday, November 27, Defense Minister Todor Tagarev met with Ukrainian servicemen who are undergoing language training at the "Georgi Stoykov Rakovski" Military Academy
October Sees 41% Decrease in Illegal Migrants in Bulgaria
In October, Bulgaria's Interior Ministry revealed a significant decline in illegal migrant detentions by 41% compared to September 2023
US Warship Frees Ship with Bulgarians and is Attacked by the Houthis
An American warship has responded to the distress call of the "Central Park" tanker seized by armed attackers off the coast of Yemen
Yemen Coast Crisis: US Intervention Safeguards Bulgarians on Hijacked Central Park Tanker
An urgent response by an American warship saved the Central Park tanker and its crew, which included two Bulgarians, from perilous circumstances off the coast of Yemen
Bulgaria Apprehends Suspect Linked to Hamas in Austrian Investigation
Bulgaria has apprehended a 37-year-old individual sought in Austria for alleged connections with Hamas and criminal involvement. Identified as E. A. from an EU country, the man was arrested in Sofia following a European arrest warrant
Bulgaria Will Send Armored Vehicles to Aid Ukraine
Bulgarian Deputies adopted today in two readings a draft law on the ratification of the Agreement between the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Bulgaria and the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine for the free provision of armored transport equipment, signed in
Bulgarian Land Forces to Utilize National Roads for Training Operations
Bulgarian Land Force units are gearing up for a strategic operational phase as announced by the Defence Ministry
Defense Minister: I am Harmful to Russian Interests in Bulgaria
In an interview with BNR, Defense Minister Todor Tagarev asserted his stance against Russian interests influencing Bulgaria's defense strategies
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