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Skopje Mayor with Bulgarian Citizenship Attacked - Calls for Urgent Protection from Bulgarian MEP

The Mayor of Skopje, Danela Arsovska - who holds Bulgarian citizenship - was attacked in broad daylight while carrying out her official duties in the city’s Cair district

Politics | 43 minutes ago | Viewed: 154

Bulgaria and North Macedonia Advance Stryker Combat Vehicle Capabilities with U.S. Support

Between July 9 and 11, the Central Military Club in Sofia hosted the first coordination conference aimed at developing the core capabilities of Bulgaria’s and North Macedonia’s Land Forces in operating and integrating Stryker combat vehicles

Politics » Defense | 9 hours ago | Viewed: 982

Bulgaria and Kuwait Deepen Economic Ties: Focus on Investment and Trade Expansion

Minister of Economy and Industry Petar Dilov met with the Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to Bulgaria, H.E. Ghazi Hamed Alfadhli, to discuss ways to enhance bilateral economic and trade relations, with a particular focus on attracting Kuwaiti investment

Politics » Diplomacy | July 11, 2025, Friday // 16:17 | Viewed: 1353

Türkiye Marks Milestone in Counter-Terrorism with PKK Disarmament in Sulaymaniyah

As part of its "Terror-Free Türkiye" initiative, the Turkish government is underscoring a significant advancement in its regional security efforts, as outlined in a media statement from the Turkish Embassy in Sofia.

Politics » Diplomacy | July 11, 2025, Friday // 16:12 | Viewed: 1609

Russian Intelligence Identified as Threat to Bulgaria’s Eurozone Entry by 2026?

A significant national security concern has emerged regarding Bulgaria’s entry into the eurozone

Politics » Defense | July 11, 2025, Friday // 15:47 | Viewed: 1564

Bulgarian PM Zhelyazkov Urges North Macedonia's PM Mickoski to Apologize

Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov addressed recent comments by North Macedonian Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski, describing his remarks toward Bulgarian Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev as offensive and inappropriate

Politics | July 11, 2025, Friday // 14:14 | Viewed: 1583

'Strategic Mistake': President Radev Warns Bulgaria’s Eurozone Entry Lacks Consensus and Risks Long-Term Damage

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has accused government officials and commentators of spreading "brazen lies" about the controversial gas contract with Turkey’s state-owned company Botas

Politics | July 11, 2025, Friday // 14:09 | Viewed: 1584

Bulgaria's Opposition Targets September No Confidence Vote as Government Holds Firm with 131 Votes

The co-chairman of "We Continue the Change" (WCC), Asen Vassilev, announced that his party supported the no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov’s cabinet

Politics | July 11, 2025, Friday // 13:02 | Viewed: 1563

Bulgaria: Prosecutors Seek Permanent Arrest for Varna Mayor and Associates

The Prosecutor's Office has formally requested the permanent detention of Varna Mayor Blagomir Kotsev

Politics | July 11, 2025, Friday // 12:32 | Viewed: 1354

Bulgaria's Borissov: Failed No-Confidence Vote Exposes Alliance Between 'We Continue the Change' and Pro-Russian Parties

GERB leader Boyko Borissov described the recent failed no-confidence vote against the Zhelyazkov cabinet as a political success that revealed deeper alliances within the Bulgarian parliament

Politics | July 11, 2025, Friday // 11:14 | Viewed: 1524

Zhelyazkov to Zelensky: Bulgaria Will Be a Steady Partner in Ukraine’s Reconstruction

Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that Bulgaria will remain a steadfast partner in the post-war reconstruction of Ukraine

Politics | July 11, 2025, Friday // 10:19 | Viewed: 1273

Bulgaria’s Zhelyazkov Government Survives Fourth No-Confidence Vote

The Bulgarian government, led by Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov, withstood its fourth vote of no confidence

Politics | July 11, 2025, Friday // 10:04 | Viewed: 1414

North Macedonia's PM Insults Bulgarian Foreign Minister: 'A Mouse Teasing a Lion'

North Macedonia's Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski launched a personal attack against Bulgarian Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev, likening him to a “mouse”

Politics » Diplomacy | July 11, 2025, Friday // 08:58 | Viewed: 1568

Bulgaria Eyes Key Role in Ukraine’s Reconstruction Through Major Infrastructure Projects

Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov emphasized Bulgaria’s commitment to supporting Ukraine’s long-term reconstruction through large-scale infrastructure projects

Politics | July 10, 2025, Thursday // 19:31 | Viewed: 1838

'Disgusting Governance': We Continue the Change Backs Fourth No-Confidence Vote, Democratic Bulgaria Stays Silent

The coalition "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) appears to be on the verge of splitting over the upcoming fourth vote of no confidence against the government of Rosen Zhelyazkov

Politics | July 10, 2025, Thursday // 16:12 | Viewed: 1915

Bulgarian PM Zhelyazkov Joins Meloni in Rome as Ukraine Reconstruction Talks Begin

The fourth High-Level Conference dedicated to Ukraine’s reconstruction efforts has officially started in Rome

Politics | July 10, 2025, Thursday // 13:19 | Viewed: 1921

Bulgaria Links Defense Modernization with Economic Stimulus

Bulgaria is moving forward with plans to modernize its armed forces

Politics » Defense | July 10, 2025, Thursday // 13:04 | Viewed: 2385

'Bulgaria Is a Factor North Macedonia Must Recognize,' Says Foreign Minister Amid Mickoski’s Criticism

Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev commented on the recent developments regarding the European Parliament’s report on North Macedonia, from which the references to "Macedonian language and identity" were removed

Politics | July 10, 2025, Thursday // 09:49 | Viewed: 1967

Mayor Kotsev Held In Custody as Varna Protests Swell - Opposition Coalition Leaders Vow to 'Fight the Mafia'

Yesterday, residents of Varna rallied in front of the city’s municipal building to express their support for Mayor Blagomir Kotsev, who remains in custody amid corruption investigations

Politics | July 10, 2025, Thursday // 09:06 | Viewed: 2118

Bulgaria: Sarafov to Remain Acting Prosecutor General Despite Legal Time Limit

Borislav Sarafov will continue to serve as acting Prosecutor General beyond July 21, despite the expiration of the six-month legal term for temporary appointments to the top posts in the judiciary

Politics | July 9, 2025, Wednesday // 16:03 | Viewed: 1990

Deputy Mayors and WCC-DB Rally Behind Mayor Kotsev, Protest Planned in Varna

The investigation targeting Varna Mayor Blagomir Kotsev was condemned as politically motivated during a press conference held today in the coastal city

Politics | July 9, 2025, Wednesday // 15:56 | Viewed: 2005
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