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U.S. Boosts Bulgaria's Border Security with Advanced Equipment

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), through Homeland Security Investigations, has provided Bulgaria’s Ministry of the Interior with advanced equipment aimed at bolstering the country’s border security

Politics » Defense | 2 hours ago | Viewed: 343

U.S. Army Completes Scheduled Transfer of Forces at Novo Selo Training Area

This morning, the United States Army carried out its scheduled transfer of forces at the Novo Selo Training Area (NSTA)

Politics » Defense | December 3, 2024, Tuesday // 16:44 | Viewed: 978

Petkov Challenges Peevski’s Influence as Plevneliev Urges Dialogue for Bulgaria’s Stability

In recent months, Bulgarian politics have been marked by tension and instability, fueled by the deepening rifts between key political figures and parties

Politics | December 3, 2024, Tuesday // 11:22 | Viewed: 1040

Bulgaria's Latest Military Aid to Ukraine Likely Includes Surplus Anti-Aircraft Systems

Bulgaria has decided to provide additional military aid to Ukraine, as confirmed by the latest meeting of the caretaker government led by Dimitar Glavchev

Politics » Defense | December 3, 2024, Tuesday // 10:08 | Viewed: 1248

Bulgaria’s Caretaker Prime Minister Pushes for Increased Defense Spending Above 2% of GDP

Caretaker Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev has announced a request to the Ministry of Finance to ensure that defense spending exceeds 2% of Bulgaria’s gross domestic product (GDP)

Politics » Defense | December 2, 2024, Monday // 14:53 | Viewed: 1215

Bulgaria's PM Urges Parliament to Prioritize Budget Adoption Amid Political Uncertainty

Caretaker Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev emphasized that the adoption of the national budget remains a top priority for Bulgaria

Politics | December 2, 2024, Monday // 11:21 | Viewed: 1355

Coalition Challenges Push Bulgaria Toward Potential April Elections

In Bulgaria, the political climate remains tense as parties struggle to form a stable coalition following parliamentary elections

Politics | December 2, 2024, Monday // 09:54 | Viewed: 1318

Georgian Ambassador to Bulgaria Resigns in Protest Over EU Membership Freeze

Otar Berdzenishvili, the Georgian Ambassador to Bulgaria, has announced his resignation in response to the Georgian government's decision to freeze EU membership talks

Politics » Diplomacy | November 29, 2024, Friday // 14:28 | Viewed: 3069

Bulgaria's Parliament Still Without a Speaker After Eighth Voting Attempt

The eighth attempt to elect a Speaker of the 51st National Assembly has once again failed, with neither candidate securing the necessary votes

Politics | November 29, 2024, Friday // 14:17 | Viewed: 2121

GERB Withdraws Raya Nazaryan’s Candidacy for Speaker as Parliamentary Deadlock Continues

GERB has decided to withdraw the candidacy of Raya Nazaryan for the position of Speaker of the National Assembly, as announced by the party leader Boyko Borissov.

Politics | November 29, 2024, Friday // 11:45 | Viewed: 1556

Acting PM Glavchev: Danube Bridge Upgrades to Ease Traffic as Bulgaria Awaits Schengen Decision

Acting Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev inspected the Danube Bridge border checkpoint, assessing the coordination among institutions to ensure smooth operations in light of Bulgaria's anticipated Schengen accession

Politics | November 29, 2024, Friday // 10:17 | Viewed: 1912

Political Rift in Bulgaria: "We Continue the Change" Expels Members Over Speaker Vote Disagreement

Following today's vote for the Speaker of the National Assembly, "We Continue the Change" (WCC) demanded the resignations of Daniel Lorer and Yavor Bozhankov

Politics | November 28, 2024, Thursday // 17:18 | Viewed: 2737

Historic Stalemate: Bulgarian Parliament Fails to Elect Speaker for Seventh Time (UPDATED)

The Bulgarian parliament has entered its 18th day without electing a speaker, marking a historic impasse in the 51st National Assembly

Politics | November 28, 2024, Thursday // 15:44 | Viewed: 2577

Political Deadlock in Bulgaria: Borissov Declines to Reveal GERB’s Strategy

Boyko Borissov, leader of GERB, declined to reveal his party’s plans for resolving Bulgaria’s political crisis

Politics | November 28, 2024, Thursday // 14:08 | Viewed: 1885

Bulgaria Strengthens Support for Ukraine with New Security Cooperation Agreement

Bulgaria has approved an updated draft of the Agreement on Security Cooperation with Ukraine, confirming its continued commitment to supporting Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict with Russia

Politics » Defense | November 27, 2024, Wednesday // 16:24 | Viewed: 1898

Another Failed Vote: National Assembly Speaker Remains Undecided After Six Sessions

The Bulgarian National Assembly has once again failed to elect a Speaker, marking the sixth unsuccessful attempt in its ongoing impasse

Politics | November 27, 2024, Wednesday // 14:26 | Viewed: 1785

Bulgaria's 'Revival' Party Proposes Ban on Paper Ballots

The pro-Russian political party "Revival" (Vazrazhdane) has proposed a bill to amend the Electoral Code, which includes the removal of paper ballots

Politics | November 27, 2024, Wednesday // 11:20 | Viewed: 2404

Slavi Trifonov: Boyko, Don’t Run for Elections Again!

Slavi Trifonov, leader of "There Is Such a People" (TISP), took to social media to criticize Boyko Borissov, leader of GERB, after the latter expressed frustration with the state of Bulgarian politics

Politics | November 27, 2024, Wednesday // 10:12 | Viewed: 1410

Borislav Sarafov Approved for Chief Prosecutor Role as Bulgaria Faces Judicial Protests

Borislav Sarafov has been deemed eligible for the role of Bulgaria's chief prosecutor by two committees within the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC)

Politics | November 26, 2024, Tuesday // 14:06 | Viewed: 1711

Bulgaria’s Political Crisis Deepens: Borissov Steps Back from PM Bid

GERB leader Boyko Borissov has announced his decision to withdraw as a candidate for prime minister and plans to return the first mandate to form a government

Politics | November 26, 2024, Tuesday // 13:44 | Viewed: 1680

Study Reveals Rising Political Pressure on Bulgarian Journalists in 2024

A recent study by the Association of European Journalists – Bulgaria (AEJ-Bulgaria) has highlighted significant political pressure on journalists in the country

Politics | November 26, 2024, Tuesday // 09:41 | Viewed: 2260
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