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Bulgarian Parliament Votes in Support of Denkov Government Amid Chamber Drama

In a contentious session at the Bulgarian Parliament, MPs voted 66-61 in favor of supporting Nikolai Denkov's government

Politics | November 16, 2023, Thursday // 15:35 | Viewed: 2562

Bulgarian Government at Odds Over Russian Oil Import Deadline

The Security Council of the Council of Ministers faced deadlock over the controversial derogation of Russian oil imports, leading to heightened tensions between “We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria” (WCC-DB), GERB, and DPS

Politics | November 16, 2023, Thursday // 13:25 | Viewed: 1918

Defense Minister: No Signs of Threats to Bulgarian Military Installations

In response to concerns about potential attacks on Bulgarian armament facilities amid the Ukraine conflict, Defense Minister Todor Tagarev reassures the public of reinforced security measures

Politics » Defense | November 16, 2023, Thursday // 09:20 | Viewed: 2172

Bulgarian Parliament Debates Ending Derogation for Russian Oil Imports

In a crucial parliamentary session today, Bulgaria delves into heated discussions about ending the derogation for Russian oil imports

Politics | November 16, 2023, Thursday // 09:16 | Viewed: 1919

Bulgarian MPs to Decide Government's Fate in Crucial Vote

In a pivotal session today, members of the Bulgarian parliament are poised to decide the fate of Nikolai Denkov's cabinet

Politics | November 16, 2023, Thursday // 09:12 | Viewed: 1813

Ex-PM: With Investments in the Army, We will Ensure that Bulgaria Never Enters a War

Kiril Petkov, co-chair of "We Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB), backed the "Denkov-Gabriel" cabinet, emphasizing Bulgaria's defense strategy focusing on modernizing the army with 21st-century technologies

Politics » Defense | November 15, 2023, Wednesday // 13:15 | Viewed: 2837

Bulgarian Defense Minister: Aid to Ukraine is Our Strategic Interest!

Justice will not prevail if Russia remains in possession of even one square kilometer of Ukrainian territory and does not bear responsibility for the destruction caused and the war crimes committed

Politics » Defense | November 15, 2023, Wednesday // 13:05 | Viewed: 3016

Borissov Warns of Consequences for Sofia Coalition with BSP and Vazrazhdane

GERB-SDS will not support the vote of no confidence against the government in Bulgaria, party leader Boyko Borissov assured on the sidelines of the parliament

Politics | November 15, 2023, Wednesday // 12:05 | Viewed: 2476

Bulgaria's Defense Minister Challenges No-Confidence Vote

Bulgaria’s Defense Minister, Todor Tagarev, denounced the vote of no confidence, asserting it doesn't represent the army's true state

Politics » Defense | November 15, 2023, Wednesday // 11:30 | Viewed: 2823

Bulgarian Parliament Debates No-Confidence Vote

The motion's primary contention revolves around the government's purported failure in safeguarding national security and defense

Politics | November 15, 2023, Wednesday // 09:24 | Viewed: 2370

Bulgaria Positioned to Boost Ammo Production Amid EU Demand

Bulgaria's Defense Minister, Todor Tagarev, has highlighted the country's potential as a significant ammunition producer relative to its population and economic stature

Politics » Defense | November 14, 2023, Tuesday // 16:33 | Viewed: 2508

Bulgaria Joins European Sky Shield: A Look into Defense Integration

Bulgaria has recently embarked on a significant strategic move by aligning itself with the "European Sky Shield Initiative" (ESSI)

Politics » Defense | November 14, 2023, Tuesday // 16:23 | Viewed: 3338

PM Denkov: Security First for Bulgaria

Bulgarian Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov delivered a resounding message at the international "Defense Modernization" conference in Sofia, hosted by the Center for Development and Policies, emphasizing the criticality of national security as the cornerstone

Politics | November 14, 2023, Tuesday // 12:45 | Viewed: 2590

Finance Minister: Russian Propaganda in Bulgaria Suggests that We are Second-Class EU Citizens

Part of the Russian propaganda in Bulgaria is the suggestion that Bulgarians are second-class citizens of the EU. With our entry into Schengen, this would change

Politics | November 14, 2023, Tuesday // 12:15 | Viewed: 2882

Visual Update: Bulgarian Delegation Tours F-16 Production Site in South Carolina

In a significant milestone for Bulgaria's military modernization, representatives from the Ministry of Defense and the Bulgarian Air Force recently undertook a comprehensive tour of the Lockheed Martin plant in Greenville, South Carolina

Politics » Defense | November 13, 2023, Monday // 17:06 | Viewed: 2479

The Sofia Municipal Council Failed to Elect a Chairman

The nominees were Boris Bonev from "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria"/"Spasi Sofia", Diana Tonova from the Bulgarian Socialist Party, Krasimir Galabov from "Vazrazhdane", Plamen Danailov from "There Is Such a People"

Politics | November 13, 2023, Monday // 16:00 | Viewed: 1912

Bulgaria's Political Theater: 'Vazrazhdane' Leader Predicts Spring Elections

In a bold prediction, Kostadin Kostadinov, the leader of Bulgaria's pro-Russian party "Vazrazhdane," foresees early parliamentary elections in the spring of 2024

Politics | November 13, 2023, Monday // 14:07 | Viewed: 2775

Former Sofia Mayor Handed Power Over to Vasil Terziev

Yordanka Fandakova officially handed over power to the newly elected mayor of Sofia, Vasil Terziev

Politics | November 13, 2023, Monday // 12:39 | Viewed: 2734

Vasil Terziev Takes the Helm: New Mayor Sworn In to Steer Sofia's Future

In a momentous ceremony, Vasil Terziev officially took the oath as the mayor of Sofia for the next four years

Politics | November 13, 2023, Monday // 11:35 | Viewed: 1944

The British Minister for Immigration is Visiting Bulgaria

A British delegation led by the Minister of State for Immigration Robert Jenrick arrives on a visit to Bulgaria

Politics | November 13, 2023, Monday // 10:17 | Viewed: 2411

Vasil Terziev Succeeds Yordanka Fandakova Today: A New Era for Sofia Begins

Amidst the echoes of change, Vasil Terziev steps into the role of Sofia's mayor, succeeding Yordanka Fandakova

Politics | November 13, 2023, Monday // 09:30 | Viewed: 2296
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