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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: 2375

Over 234 Million Leva Allocated for Urgent Repairs at Graf Ignatievo Airport Amid F-16 Arrival Plans

A total of over 234.3 million leva, excluding VAT, has been allocated for four urgent construction and installation contracts at Graf Ignatievo Airport

Politics » Defense | February 13, 2025, Thursday // 09:17 | Viewed: 1586

Bulgaria Moves Toward Anti-Drone Systems at Airports

Bulgaria's airport operators have agreed on the need to implement anti-drone systems at all international airports in the country

Politics » Defense | February 11, 2025, Tuesday // 17:09 | Viewed: 1948

Bulgaria Plans Anti-Drone Systems for Border Protection, Awaiting Funding

Anton Zlatanov, the head of the Border Police, spoke to BNT about the need for anti-drone systems at all strategic locations in Bulgaria, including airports

Politics » Defense | February 11, 2025, Tuesday // 11:02 | Viewed: 1931

Bulgaria to Receive Eight F-16 Fighters by September, Says Defense Minister

By the end of September, Bulgaria is set to receive eight F-16 Block 70 fighter jets

Politics » Defense | February 10, 2025, Monday // 08:40 | Viewed: 2395

Bulgaria Sees Fivefold Increase in Military Service Applications After Pay Boost

The Bulgarian Ministry of Defense has reported a significant rise in the number of individuals interested in joining the military

Politics » Defense | February 6, 2025, Thursday // 08:39 | Viewed: 2826

EU Countries Join Forces to Strengthen Border Security at Bulgarian-Turkish Border

A joint contingent of border security officers from Bulgaria, Austria, Romania, and Hungary will officially begin operations today

Politics » Defense | February 3, 2025, Monday // 10:25 | Viewed: 2898

Historic Milestone: Bulgaria Receives Its First F-16 Block 70 Fighter Jet

Bulgaria has officially received its first F-16 Block 70 fighter jet at a ceremony held at Lockheed Martin’s production facility in Greenville, South Carolina

Politics » Defense | February 1, 2025, Saturday // 11:01 | Viewed: 3751

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: 2333

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: 2084

Major Pay Increase Takes Effect for the Bulgarian Armed Forces

Defense Minister Atanas Zapryanov has implemented a 30% salary increase for the Bulgarian Army

Politics » Defense | January 23, 2025, Thursday // 15:13 | Viewed: 2331

Bulgaria's F-16 Jets Are Coming Soon

Bulgaria is set to receive the first two F-16 fighter jets it purchased from the United States in April

Politics » Defense | January 20, 2025, Monday // 10:05 | Viewed: 2794

Bulgaria Assumes Command of Black Sea Naval Mine Countermeasures Group

On January 15, a ceremony at the Naval Headquarters in Varna will mark the handover of command of the Naval Mine Countermeasures Group in the Black Sea

Politics » Defense | January 14, 2025, Tuesday // 16:41 | Viewed: 2138

Bulgaria's Defense Strengthening: F-16 Jets to Arrive by Year-End

By the end of April, Bulgaria is set to receive the first two of its eight F-16 fighter jets, with the first delivery scheduled for January 31 in Greenville. Acting Minister of Defense Atanas

Politics » Defense | January 13, 2025, Monday // 17:38 | Viewed: 4646

Bulgaria Participates in Major NATO Exercise to Enhance Military Readiness

Bulgaria is set to participate in NATO's largest exercise of 2025, "Steadfast Dart 2025" (STDT25), which will be held across Bulgaria, Greece, and Romania in the first quarter of the year

Politics » Defense | January 11, 2025, Saturday // 16:23 | Viewed: 4148

Former Bulgarian Defense Minister Criticizes Trump’s NATO Spending Proposal

Former Bulgarian Defense Minister Prof. Todor Tagarev described the idea of NATO countries allocating 5% of GDP to defense as unrealistic, labeling it a significant financial burden

Politics » Defense | January 10, 2025, Friday // 09:41 | Viewed: 2003

Bulgaria Updates Reserve Lists for Military Service

The Ministry of Defense has announced that Bulgaria's military districts are in the process of updating their reserve lists

Politics » Defense | January 9, 2025, Thursday // 16:09 | Viewed: 2813

Defense Minister: Bulgaria Awaits First F-16 Fighter Jets in 2025 Amid Optimistic Defense Outlook

Acting Minister of Defense Atanas Zapryanov has expressed optimism about the prospects for Bulgaria’s armed forces in 2025

Politics » Defense | January 6, 2025, Monday // 16:16 | Viewed: 2491

Bulgaria’s Schengen Adaptation: No Layoffs Amid Enhanced Border Checks

Following Bulgaria and Romania's accession to Schengen, the responsibilities of control institutions have expanded significantly, requiring more precise and comprehensive checks

Politics » Defense | January 2, 2025, Thursday // 10:00 | Viewed: 5044

38 Million Leva Allocated for Strengthening Bulgaria’s Air Defense

The Bulgarian government has allocated an additional 38 million leva to the Ministry of Defense for 2024 to cover expenses related to the acquisition of a new type of combat aircraft

Politics » Defense | December 24, 2024, Tuesday // 10:22 | Viewed: 3975
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