Politics

GERB Holds Firm on Mariya Gabriel as Prime Minister, Extends Deadline for WCC-DB Decision

In a continuing standoff over the formation of Bulgaria's government, GERB leader Boyko Borissov reiterated the party's stance on proposing Mariya Gabriel as prime minister, refusing to yield ground despite opposition

Politics | March 21, 2024, Thursday // 10:22 | Viewed: 2111

Bulgaria Dispatches 100 Troops to Join NATO Mission in Kosovo

Bulgaria is set to bolster NATO's presence in Kosovo as it prepares to send a contingent of 100 military personnel from Yambol to join the NATO stabilization force in Kosovo (KFOR)

Politics » Defense | March 21, 2024, Thursday // 09:08 | Viewed: 2174

Austria Returns 76 Migrants to Bulgaria Amid Decrease in Asylum Applications

Austria has returned 76 migrants to Bulgaria by the end of February 2024, in adherence to the Dublin Agreement

Politics | March 21, 2024, Thursday // 08:32 | Viewed: 2526

Asen Vassilev: No Chance for Government with Gabriel as Prime Minister

In a statement aired on BTV, Asen Vassilev, co-chairman of "We Continue the Change," declared that there is no possibility of forming a government with Mariya Gabriel as prime minister for the first mandate

Politics | March 20, 2024, Wednesday // 17:51 | Viewed: 2884

Cabinet Approves 2023 Report on State of Defence and Armed Forces

In a session held on Wednesday, the Council of Ministers has given its seal of approval to the eagerly anticipated Report on the State of Defence and the Armed Forces for the year 2023

Politics » Defense | March 20, 2024, Wednesday // 16:57 | Viewed: 2311

Significant Decrease in Migrant Apprehensions Recorded in Initial 2024 Period

Bulgaria has experienced a notable increase in its efforts to enforce border control, as highlighted by the Ministry of Interior's recent release of statistical data illuminating the country's endeavors to manage immigration movements

Politics | March 20, 2024, Wednesday // 15:39 | Viewed: 2564

Trust in Mariya Gabriel Shaken, Says 'Democratic Bulgaria' Representative

Daniel Lorer from "We Continue the Change" - "Democratic Bulgaria" expressed serious doubts about trusting Mariya Gabriel

Politics | March 20, 2024, Wednesday // 15:35 | Viewed: 2459

Snap Elections Loom according to Bulgarian Socialist Party

Amidst escalating political turmoil in Bulgaria, the prospect of snap elections looms large, with Bulgarian Socialist Party leader Kornelia Ninova delivering scathing remarks on Tuesday

Politics | March 20, 2024, Wednesday // 13:00 | Viewed: 1999

Bulgarian President Expresses Gratitude to India for Naval Rescue

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev engaged in a telephone conversation with Indian President Droupadi Murmu, expressing heartfelt gratitude on behalf of Bulgaria

Politics » Diplomacy | March 20, 2024, Wednesday // 12:16 | Viewed: 2307

Political Spectacle Threatens Voter Turnout, Warns 'Revival' Party Leader

Kostadin Kostadinov, the leader of the "Vazrazhdane" (Revival) party, has announced his party's intention to vote against the formation of a new cabinet

Politics | March 20, 2024, Wednesday // 12:08 | Viewed: 1988

Survey Reveals Divided Views on Early Elections in Bulgaria

A recent Gallup survey conducted for the "Referendum" program on BNT has shed light on Bulgarian sentiments regarding the prospect of early elections

Politics | March 20, 2024, Wednesday // 09:18 | Viewed: 1376

Mariya Gabriel Demands Apology Amid Political Turmoil in Bulgaria (UPDATED)

Tensions flare in Bulgarian politics as Mariya Gabriel, the GERB candidate for Prime Minister, demands an apology for perceived insults and epithets directed towards her

Politics | March 20, 2024, Wednesday // 08:46 | Viewed: 3447

Mariya Gabriel's Proposed Cabinet Sparks Controversy: WCC-DB Disagrees with Composition

President Rumen Radev has officially endorsed the recommendation for the 49th National Assembly to elect GERB's candidate as Prime Minister

Politics | March 20, 2024, Wednesday // 07:54 | Viewed: 2995

WCC-DB Disagrees with Proposed Cabinet Composition by Mariya Gabriel

Tensions rise within the political landscape of Bulgaria as "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) voices its dissent over the cabinet lineup put forth by Mariya Gabriel

Politics | March 19, 2024, Tuesday // 17:51 | Viewed: 2737

No Elections? Mariya Gabriel Returned The Mandate Fulfilled (UPDATED)

Today, Mariya Gabriel, the nominee for Prime Minister, fulfilled her mandate by presenting President Rumen Radev with a completed folder at 4:15 p.m. today, outlining the draft composition of the Council of Ministers

Politics | March 19, 2024, Tuesday // 16:21 | Viewed: 4632

Is It Over? Bulgaria Teeters on Brink of New Elections After Missed Deadline

As Mariya Gabriel accepted the mandate from President Rumen Radev on Monday, the clock started ticking for her to present a cabinet or return the mandate with or without the names of future ministers

Politics | March 19, 2024, Tuesday // 12:37 | Viewed: 3010

Bulgaria Denounces Russian Presidential Elections in Occupied Ukrainian Territories

Bulgaria has taken a firm stance against the recent Russian presidential elections held in the illegally occupied territories of Ukraine

Politics » Diplomacy | March 18, 2024, Monday // 17:21 | Viewed: 2814

GERB Extends Negotiation Deadline with WCC-DB; Final Decision Tomorrow

The negotiations between GERB and "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) have been extended until tomorrow at 12:00 noon, as announced by GERB.

Politics | March 18, 2024, Monday // 15:33 | Viewed: 1967

Bulgaria Fully Prepared for Air Schengen Procedures, Says Minister Gvozdeikov

Resigned Minister of Transport, Georgi Gvozdeikov, announced that Bulgaria is fully prepared to carry out air Schengen procedures,

Politics | March 18, 2024, Monday // 13:31 | Viewed: 3058

Denkov Rejects GERB's Proposed Council of Ministers Composition, Negotiations Ongoing

Negotiations between GERB and "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) hit a snag as the proposed draft composition of the Council of Ministers by GERB was deemed unacceptable by WCC-DB

Politics | March 18, 2024, Monday // 13:25 | Viewed: 2386

Radev Hands Mandate to GERB; WCC-DB Also Present

President Rumen Radev has officially handed the mandate to form a government to the GERB party

Politics | March 18, 2024, Monday // 12:31 | Viewed: 2275
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