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Bulgaria Rejects Rumors of Military Involvement in Ukraine

Bulgaria's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Georg Georgiev, addressed the Bulgarian Parliament today, refuting speculation regarding the potential deployment of military contingents to Ukraine

Politics | February 20, 2025, Thursday // 10:14 | Viewed: 2950

Parliament Debates Bulgaria’s Readiness for Peacekeeping Mission in Ukraine

The National Assembly will hear Defense Minister Atanas Zapryanov and Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev regarding Bulgaria’s readiness for potential involvement in a special peacekeeping operation in Ukraine.

Politics » Defense | February 20, 2025, Thursday // 08:27 | Viewed: 2078

Bulgaria: Pension Boost Restored After Backlash Over Reduced Increase

The Bulgarian government has decided to increase all pensions starting July 1

Politics | February 19, 2025, Wednesday // 12:27 | Viewed: 2010

Borissov: Eurozone Entry Will Position Bulgaria Among 'White' Countries

Boyko Borissov, leader of the GERB Party, firmly stated that Bulgaria’s entry into the eurozone would position the country among the "white" nations

Politics | February 19, 2025, Wednesday // 11:00 | Viewed: 2751

Bulgaria's Prime Minister to Participate in Paris Summit on Ukraine's Future

Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov is set to join an extraordinary meeting on Ukraine,

Politics | February 19, 2025, Wednesday // 10:49 | Viewed: 1936

Career Diplomat Susan Falatko Begins Role as U.S. Embassy Chargé d'affaires in Sofia

Susan Falatko, a career diplomat, has officially arrived in Sofia on February 18 to take up her role as the Chargé d'affaires ad interim at the U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria

Politics » Diplomacy | February 18, 2025, Tuesday // 17:38 | Viewed: 2181

Denkov: Sending Bulgarian Soldiers to Ukraine Was Never Discussed

Nikolai Denkov, former PM and current co-chair of the WCC-DB parliamentary group, stated that the topic of sending Bulgarian soldiers to Ukraine has never been discussed at any level

Politics | February 18, 2025, Tuesday // 16:27 | Viewed: 1892

Borissov, Radev and Peevski Aligned: Bulgarian Soldiers Will Not Participate in Ukraine Conflict

GERB leader Boyko Borissov reaffirmed that Bulgarian soldiers will not be sent to Ukraine under any circumstances

Politics | February 18, 2025, Tuesday // 15:00 | Viewed: 2057

President Radev Opposes Bulgarian Troops in Ukraine, Calls for Clear Government Position

President Rumen Radev has firmly stated his opposition to Bulgaria sending troops to Ukraine

Politics | February 18, 2025, Tuesday // 12:41 | Viewed: 2002

Bulgaria's Zhelyazkov Government Unveils 100-Page Plan for Economic Growth and Social Reform

The management program of Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov's government spans 100 pages and is expected to receive approval today from the coalition partners

Politics | February 18, 2025, Tuesday // 11:35 | Viewed: 2051

Bulgarian President: Ukraine Conflict Shifting Toward Diplomacy

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev stated that there is now political will at the highest level to address the conflict in Ukraine through diplomatic means

Politics | February 15, 2025, Saturday // 09:00 | Viewed: 3026

Bulgaria's President: Realism Replaces Naivety in Ukraine Conflict

During his participation in the 61st Munich Security Conference, Bulgarian President Rumen Radev commented on the shifting perspective regarding the situation in Ukraine

Politics | February 14, 2025, Friday // 17:25 | Viewed: 3319

Bulgarians Prefer EU and NATO Over Russia, New Poll Reveals

A recent survey in Bulgaria reveals a clear preference among citizens for the European Union and NATO over Russia, with nearly twice as many respondents supporting the Western alliances

Politics | February 14, 2025, Friday // 16:38 | Viewed: 3470

Vice President Yotova: Bulgaria’s Eurozone Membership Still On Track for 2026

Vice President Iliana Yotova expressed optimism that Bulgaria could join the eurozone next year

Politics | February 14, 2025, Friday // 14:02 | Viewed: 2323

Bulgarian Politics: Kiril Petkov Faces Trial Over Boyko Borissov's Arrest

Former Prime Minister and current leader of the Bulgarian political party "We Continue the Change," Kiril Petkov, is facing charges in connection with the controversial arrest of GERB leader Boyko Borissov on March 17, 2022

Politics | February 14, 2025, Friday // 13:47 | Viewed: 2517

Bulgaria’s President Radev to Participate in 61st Munich Security Conference

President Rumen Radev will attend the 61st Munich Security Conference

Politics | February 13, 2025, Thursday // 15:32 | Viewed: 1779

NATO Allies Showcase Combat Readiness in Bulgaria during Steadfast Dart 2025

The ongoing NATO exercise Steadfast Dart 2025, which runs from January 8 to February 22 across Bulgaria, Greece, and Romania, aims to enhance the Alliance's readiness and adaptability

Politics » Defense | February 13, 2025, Thursday // 15:28 | Viewed: 2879

Bulgarians Among Europe's Biggest Trump Supporters, Yet Favor Closer Ties with Russia

A recent survey conducted in 14 European countries, including 11 EU member states, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and Ukraine, reveals that Bulgarians are among the strongest supporters of Donald Trump in Europe

Politics | February 13, 2025, Thursday // 13:42 | Viewed: 3622

Kostadinov: Bulgaria Must Restore Domestic Food Production After Boycott

Kostadin Kostadinov, leader of the pro-Russian "Revival" party, stated that following the boycott of grocery stores, the focus should shift to reviving Bulgarian food production

Politics | February 13, 2025, Thursday // 12:29 | Viewed: 2202

GERB Opposes Retail Price Cap Amid Boycott and Public Concerns

GERB has expressed its opposition to implementing a price cap on retail sales in supermarket chain

Politics | February 13, 2025, Thursday // 10:04 | Viewed: 1795

Akhmetov's Business Reorients Production to Support Ukrainian Defense

Rinat Akhmetov, a prominent Ukrainian businessman, continues to demonstrate not only entrepreneurial expertise but also a deep sense of social responsibility.

Politics | February 13, 2025, Thursday // 09:20 | Viewed: 1858
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