Politics

Pro-Russian Party 'Revival' Pushes for Bulgaria’s Withdrawal from WHO

The Bulgarian pro-Russian political party "Revival" has introduced a draft decision calling for the country’s withdrawal from its agreement with the World Health Organization (WHO)

Politics | January 31, 2025, Friday // 11:22 | Viewed: 2119

No Evidence Linking Espionage Detainees to Bulgaria's Political Elite, Says Presidency

The Bulgarian Presidency has dismissed claims made by Bulgarian citizens under investigation for espionage in the UK

Politics | January 31, 2025, Friday // 11:18 | Viewed: 3414

Open Society Director: Soros's Contributions to Bulgaria Exceed $100 Million

Georgi Stoychev, the executive director of Open Society, has dismissed calls for a parliamentary investigation into the activities of George Soros in Bulgaria, describing such requests as unfounded and a waste of parliamentary time

Politics | January 31, 2025, Friday // 10:16 | Viewed: 2441

Bulgaria Begins Transition to F-16 Fighters with First Official Delivery

Lockheed Martin is officially handing over the first of eight F-16 fighter jets to the Bulgarian Air Force

Politics » Defense | January 31, 2025, Friday // 09:23 | Viewed: 2334

One-Third of Bulgaria's Economy is in the Gray Sector, Says GERB Minister

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Innovation and Growth, Tomislav Donchev from GERB, stated that Bulgaria is seeking reserves and preparing to make cuts to the 2025 Budget

Politics | January 30, 2025, Thursday // 15:30 | Viewed: 2851

Bulgarians on Trial in the UK for Spying: They Allegedly Helped President Radev Win a Second Term

A spy ring operating out of the UK has been accused of having links to the "highest echelons" of Bulgaria's government, as revealed in ongoing hearings at a British court

Politics | January 30, 2025, Thursday // 12:22 | Viewed: 3345

No Evidence of Sabotage in ‘Vezhen’ Ship Incident, Bulgarian Authorities Confirm

The investigation into the Bulgarian ship "Vezhen" by Swedish authorities is ongoing

Politics | January 30, 2025, Thursday // 12:12 | Viewed: 1656

Bulgaria's Borissov Blames WCC-DB for Bulgaria's Financial Chaos, Rejects GERB Accountability

Boyko Borissov, the leader of GERB, has strongly denied any responsibility for Bulgaria's current financial situation

Politics | January 30, 2025, Thursday // 11:05 | Viewed: 2040

Trump Replaces U.S. Ambassador to Bulgaria Amid Diplomatic Shake-Up

Kenneth Merten has stepped down as U.S. ambassador to Bulgaria following the inauguration of President Donald Trump

Politics » Diplomacy | January 30, 2025, Thursday // 10:17 | Viewed: 2464

Bulgaria's Peevski Pushes for State Control of Lukoil to Lower Fuel Prices

Delyan Peevski, chairman of "DPS - New Beginning," has urged the Bulgarian government to consider purchasing Lukoil

Politics | January 29, 2025, Wednesday // 12:20 | Viewed: 2034

Pro-Russian Party Demands Apology from Sweden for 'Pirate-Like' Seizure of Bulgarian Ship

Bulgaria has not received any updates on the investigation into the Bulgarian ship "Vezhen," which was detained in Swedish waters on suspicion of involvement in sabotage

Politics | January 29, 2025, Wednesday // 12:02 | Viewed: 2307

Bulgaria's Borissov Responds to Eurozone Sabotage Claims, Stresses Budget Deficit Challenges

Boyko Borissov, leader of the GERB party, dismissed the criticism from the "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) coalition regarding the government's approach to the Eurozone

Politics | January 29, 2025, Wednesday // 11:43 | Viewed: 2104

Bulgaria's Defense Minister Zapryanov in the US for F-16 Handover Ceremony

Bulgarian Defense Minister Atanas Zapryanov will travel to the United States for a three-day visit starting January 29

Politics » Defense | January 29, 2025, Wednesday // 11:34 | Viewed: 2020

Joint Training of Bulgarian and US Naval Forces Enhances Maritime Security

The Bulgarian Naval Forces have been maintaining a heightened state of readiness for mine countermeasures to ensure safe navigation in the country's maritime territory

Politics » Defense | January 28, 2025, Tuesday // 08:32 | Viewed: 2086

Bulgaria Welcomes Release of Citizen Held by Hamas, Hopes for More Hostage Returns

Bulgaria has expressed its relief and joy following the release of its citizen, Daniella Gilboa, who had been held captive by Hamas

Politics » Diplomacy | January 27, 2025, Monday // 12:05 | Viewed: 2604

Bulgarian MP Observed and Defended the Belarusian Election Process

Krastyo Vrachev, a Bulgarian MP from the pro-Russian "Revival" party, participated as one of around 430 international observers during the controversial presidential elections in Belarus

Politics | January 27, 2025, Monday // 11:01 | Viewed: 1938

Bulgaria's Asen Vassilev Warns of Missed Eurozone Opportunity and Fiscal Instability

Former Finance Minister and WCC-DB MP Asen Vassilev highlighted Bulgaria's compliance with Eurozone criteria, noting the country’s inflation rate of 2.6%, well below the 3% threshold

Politics | January 27, 2025, Monday // 09:14 | Viewed: 1871

Bulgarian MPs from DPS-Dogan Retain Immunity Amid Heated Parliamentary Debate

Jeyhan Ibryamov, a deputy from "Democracy, Rights and Freedoms - DPS *Dogan)," retained his parliamentary immunity

Politics | January 24, 2025, Friday // 15:15 | Viewed: 2234

Sergey Stanishev Announces Candidacy to Restore Direction and Purpose to the Bulgarian Socialist Party

Sergey Stanishev announced his candidacy for the leadership of the Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP), emphasizing his desire to restore purpose and political direction to the party

Politics | January 24, 2025, Friday // 14:56 | Viewed: 2354

"Savior of Immunities": Peevski Criticizes Borissov and Demands Action on Eurozone Membership

Delyan Peevski, leader of DPS-New Beginning and a controversial figure sanctioned for corruption by the US and UK, launched an attack on GERB chairman Boyko Borissov during a session of parliament

Politics | January 24, 2025, Friday // 12:00 | Viewed: 2372

WCC-DB: Government Undermines Bulgaria’s Eurozone Prospects Through Inaction

WCC-DB MP Martin Dimitrov accused the government of sabotaging Bulgaria’s efforts to join the eurozone

Politics | January 24, 2025, Friday // 11:49 | Viewed: 1893
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