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Bulgaria Likely to Hold Early Elections After Eurozone Entry

Political scientist Prof. Svetoslav Malinov predicted that early parliamentary elections in Bulgaria are likely to be held next year,

Politics | 47 minutes ago | Viewed: 120

Bulgaria's Vice President Criticized the Shift in EU Enlargement Strategy

Bulgaria’s Vice President Iliana Yotova has expressed strong criticism of the European Union’s enlargement strategy, particularly with regard to the Western Balkans

Politics | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 16:37 | Viewed: 1231

Photo Evidence Proves Israeli Tank Killed Bulgarian Aid Worker in Gaza

Experts have analyzed photos exclusively obtained by The Washington Post, which suggest that the explosions at a UN building in Gaza on March 19, which killed Bulgarian aid worker Marin Marinov

Politics | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 16:06 | Viewed: 1179

'Greatness' Party Plans New No-Confidence Vote over Bulgaria's Waste Crisis

The political party "Greatness" is planning to submit a new vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov’s cabinet

Politics | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 16:00 | Viewed: 993

Minister of Innovation: Bulgaria on Track to Receive Second Recovery Plan Payment by End of 2025

Bulgaria now has a real opportunity to receive the second payment under the Recovery and Resilience Plan by the end of 2025

Politics | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 15:08 | Viewed: 1002

Bulgaria: Second No-Confidence Vote Against the Zhelyazkov Cabinet Fails

The second vote of no confidence against Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov's government was also unsuccessfu

Politics | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 15:00 | Viewed: 1080

Bulgaria's Borissov Confirms: Zhelyazkov's Government Will Remain as Minority Cabinet

Boyko Borissov, leader of GERB, confirmed that Rosen Zhelyazkov’s government will continue operating as a minority cabinet

Politics | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 14:51 | Viewed: 955

What’s Behind Donald Trump Jr.’s Visit to Bulgaria?

Donald Trump Jr.'s planned visit to Eastern Europe at the end of April 2025—covering Prague, Bratislava, Budapest, Bucharest, Sofia

Politics | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 13:23 | Viewed: 1485

Bulgaria's Borissov: Eurozone Entry Is My Mission—What Comes Next, Only God Knows

GERB leader Boyko Borissov reaffirmed his commitment to guiding Bulgaria into the eurozone, stating that nothing would divert him from this goal

Politics | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 11:24 | Viewed: 1104

Western Balkans' Integration Key to EU Stability, Say Zhelyazkov and Kos

The integration of the Western Balkans into the European Union is essential for ensuring peace, prosperity, and safeguarding the region from external influences aiming to destabilize Europ

Politics | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 11:14 | Viewed: 1088

Bulgaria Urges North Macedonia to Finalize Railway Tunnel Agreement for Corridor 8

For more than three months, Bulgaria has been awaiting a response from the Republic of North Macedonia regarding the draft agreement for the construction of a railway tunnel

Politics | April 16, 2025, Wednesday // 17:33 | Viewed: 2057

Bulgaria: Second Vote of No Confidence in Zhelyazkov Government Scheduled for Maundy Thursday

The debates regarding the second vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov’s government have concluded, and the vote will take place tomorrow at 2:30 p.m

Politics | April 16, 2025, Wednesday // 16:06 | Viewed: 1781

Bulgaria's Borissov Backs Peevski, Suggests Magnitsky Sanctions May Be Lifted

GERB leader Boyko Borissov has expressed optimism that U.S. sanctions under the Global Magnitsky Act against Delyan Peevski and Vladislav Goranov may soon be lifted

Politics | April 16, 2025, Wednesday // 16:00 | Viewed: 1852

Mayor of Sofia Neighborhood Defends Demolitions, Says Illegal Roma Structures Were a Threat to Public Safety

Residents affected by the recent demolition of illegal structures in Sofia’s "Zaharna Fabrika" neighborhood staged a protest on Tuesday in front of the Ilinden district administration building

Politics | April 16, 2025, Wednesday // 15:00 | Viewed: 1936

Borissov: Bulgaria is Perfect for Defense Industry Investments, Rheinmetall CEO Agrees

Boyko Borissov, former Prime Minister and current leader of the ruling GERB party, emphasized Bulgaria’s long-standing experience and skilled workforce in the defense sector

Politics » Defense | April 16, 2025, Wednesday // 14:40 | Viewed: 1777

South African Embassy in Sofia Ends Consular Services, Refers Citizens to Athens

The South African Embassy in Sofia has officially discontinued its consular services as of March 17, 2025

Politics » Diplomacy | April 16, 2025, Wednesday // 13:36 | Viewed: 1612

US Suspends $215 Million in Grants, Including Funding for Bulgaria

The United States has halted the disbursement of grants worth a total of $215 million

Politics | April 16, 2025, Wednesday // 11:16 | Viewed: 2109

DPS-Dogan Withdraws Support: Bulgarian Government Loses Formal Majority! What Now?

The faction of the Movement for Rights and Freedoms (DPS) aligned with Ahmed Dogan—now operating under the name Democracy, Rights and Freedoms—has officially exited Bulgaria’s ruling majority

Politics | April 16, 2025, Wednesday // 09:44 | Viewed: 1881

Bulgaria Reaffirms Commitment to EU Sanctions Against Russia

Bulgaria has not intended to stop implementing the EU sanctions imposed on Russia

Politics | April 15, 2025, Tuesday // 17:06 | Viewed: 2792

European Court Warning Ignored: Controversial Demolitions Leave Dozens of Roma Families Homeless in Sofia

Early Tuesday morning, Emil Branchevski, mayor of Sofia’s “Ilinden” district, oversaw the demolition of illegal housing in the “Zaharna Fabrika” neighborhood

Politics | April 15, 2025, Tuesday // 17:04 | Viewed: 3016

Bulgaria to Receive First 33 Stryker Combat Vehicles in 2025 as Military Modernization Accelerates

This year, Bulgaria is set to receive its first batch of 33 Stryker combat vehicles for the Land Forces

Politics » Defense | April 14, 2025, Monday // 15:37 | Viewed: 2312
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