Only 18 of Bulgaria’s 247 Bomb Shelters Ready for Immediate Use Amid Rising Tensions
Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, authorities have taken a closer look at Bulgaria’s bomb shelters, focusing on their availability and condition
Georgi Svilenski, a prominent figure within the Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP), has made a resolute declaration: if President Rumen Radev bestows upon them a third mandate, they will promptly return it. This announcement comes amidst a backdrop of political volatility and shifting alliances within Bulgaria.
Svilenski, a BSP member and Member of Parliament, expressed skepticism regarding the possibility of forming a government, citing the mercurial nature of Prime Minister Boyko Borissov's statements. He underscored his belief that the first two mandates have been exhausted, casting doubt on the feasibility of a stable government formation.
Reflecting on recent political maneuvers, Svilenski criticized the delay in addressing governance issues, particularly in light of GERB's decision to forego government formation due to alleged post trading. He questioned why it took Bulgaria nine months to reach this juncture and urged for a shift in focus towards substantive policy discussions.
In response to GERB's proposal to continue talks with "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) post-election, Svilenski expressed skepticism, suggesting that such assurances may not align with electoral realities. He emphasized the importance of parties articulating their policy agendas and pledged to collaborate with those committed to addressing Bulgaria's challenges.
Regarding recent constitutional amendments allowing parliament to convene under a caretaker government, Svilenski maintained that this reflects normal parliamentary procedure. He criticized the recurrent cycles of elections over the past three years and emphasized the need for stability and continuity in governance.
A new national survey by Gallup International Balkan suggests that if elections in Bulgaria were held today, voter turnout would reach around 51%, while no political force would secure enough support to form a single-party government
Asen Vassilev, leader of We Continue the Change (WCC), did not rule out a potential partnership with Rumen Radev’s political formation to advance judicial reform and elect a new Supreme Judicial Council.
Bulgaria is set to purchase a coastal defense missile system from the United States valued at approximately USD 620 million, according to the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA)
Bulgaria is not being used as a logistical base for U.S. operations in Iran, clarified Defense Minister Atanas Zapryanov in an interview with bTV. He emphasized that Bulgarian territory is not considered a target by Iranian authorities.
The Bulgarian cultural club "Ivan Mihailov" in Bitola has again fallen victim to vandalism, with masked individuals covering the building in graffiti, including the slogan "Macedonia of the Macedonians," alongside obscene imagery.
The Confederation of Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria (CITUB) has announced plans for a series of mass protests over budget-sector salaries, more than two months after the adoption of the extension budget
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