Boyko Borissov, former Prime Minister and current leader of the ruling GERB party, emphasized Bulgaria’s long-standing experience and skilled workforce in the defense sector
This year, Bulgaria is set to receive its first batch of 33 Stryker combat vehicles for the Land Forces
The first Bulgarian F-16 Block 70 multi-role fighter jet
Bulgaria continues its military modernization efforts, now surpassing NATO’s 2% defense spending target by dedicating 3% of its GDP to defense
The Bulgarian Ministry of Defense has announced 32 open positions in a military formation located in Bankya
Russia continues to pose the most serious and immediate threat to NATO and the European Union, according to the 2024 Report on the Status of the Defense and Armed Forces of the Republic of Bulgaria
Bulgaria and Romania have formally invited Turkey to take part in establishing NATO's Regional Component Command Headquarters for Special Operations in the Black Sea region
The first F-16 Block 70 fighter jet intended for the Bulgarian Air Force has arrived in the country
Emilian Gebrev, a long-time arms manufacturer, has expressed his frustration with the obstacles hindering the establishment of a gunpowder plant in Bulgaria
Bulgarian MEP Andrey Novakov emphasized the country's growing role in defense equipment production, stating that Bulgaria has been leading in revenue per capita from defense sales in recent years
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has announced plans to double its funding for security and defense projects in 2025
Bulgaria's Defense Minister Atanas Zapryanov has emphasized that the country already has an operational maritime coordination center in place, which functions 24/7 and is equipped according to NATO standards
Bulgaria is set to officially welcome its first F-16 fighter jet on April 12
GERB leader Boyko Borissov has called for the establishment of a state-owned gunpowder factory in Bulgaria
Armin Papperger, the CEO of Rheinmetall, a prominent German defense company involved in military support for Ukraine, visited Bulgaria at the invitation of President Rumen Radev
The Bulgarian Parliament has approved the purchase of Javelin anti-tank missiles from the United States for 153 million leva
Dimo Gyaurov, the former head of Bulgaria's National Intelligence Service, claimed that Bulgaria is rife with Russian spies
European nations bordering the Black Sea, particularly Bulgaria and Romania, are anxiously observing US-Russia peace talks in Saudi Arabia
Bulgaria's Ministry of Defense is preparing legislative changes to introduce mandatory military training for specific professional groups
The Bulgarian defense industry is calling for clear guidance on the development of the country’s capabilities in line with the new European armament plans
Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov emphasized the need for Bulgaria to strengthen its defense industry and shift from being an importer to a net exporter of arms.
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