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MEPs Demand Action on Bulgaria’s Continued Detention of Abdulrahman al-Khalidi

A group of Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) has raised urgent concerns with the European Commission regarding the ongoing detention of Saudi political activist Abdulrahman al-Khalidi in Bulgaria

World » EU | 8 hours ago | Viewed: 677

Montenegro Confirms Commitment to EU Path, Seeks Bulgaria’s Support

Montenegro’s Minister for European Affairs, Majda Gorgević, reaffirmed in an interview with BGNES that Chinese investments do not threaten the country’s EU aspirations

World » Southeast Europe | April 18, 2025, Friday // 10:15 | Viewed: 962

EU Parliament to Hear From Christo Grozev on Kremlin’s Hybrid Warfare

Bulgarian investigative journalist Christo Grozev has been invited to speak before the European Parliament in Brussels on April 22

World » EU | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 17:37 | Viewed: 2229

North Macedonia Sees No Issue with Bulgarians in Constitution, But Fears Bilateral Delays in EU Accession

During the "EU Meets the Balkans" forum in Sofia, North Macedonia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Zoran Dimitrovski addressed ongoing concerns surrounding his country's EU accession process

World » Southeast Europe | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 17:34 | Viewed: 1884

Von der Leyen: The United West Is Gone, Only Europe Remains!

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declared that the era of a unified West is over, stating that only Europe remains as a bastion of the values traditionally associated with the Western alliance

World » EU | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 16:12 | Viewed: 2511

Montenegro and Albania Could Join EU by 2025, Says Enlargement Commissioner

EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos emphasized that the expansion of the European Union remains one of the top priorities of the current European Commission

World » Southeast Europe | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 15:18 | Viewed: 2142

Vucic Defies EU Pressure, Will Attend Moscow’s Victory Day Parade

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has confirmed his intention to attend the Victory Day parade in Moscow on May 9

World » Southeast Europe | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 14:53 | Viewed: 1807

Russia Launches Largest Conscription Campaign Since 2010 Amid War Demands

The Russian government has initiated its most extensive conscription campaign in over a decade, summoning 160,000 young men for military service

World » Russia | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 10:16 | Viewed: 1606

Three Killed, Including Child, in Russian Drone Strike on Dnipro

A large-scale Russian drone strike on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro on the night of April 16 has left three people dead

World » Ukraine | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 09:37 | Viewed: 2125

Trump's Tariffs Face Legal Pushback from California in Federal Court

California Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta have jointly filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California,

World | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 08:47 | Viewed: 1808

Israel: Gaza Annexation Part of Military Strategy

Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz has stated that the Israeli army’s presence in Gaza is part of a broader military strategy, with plans to maintain a long-term presence in established security zones not only in Gaza

World | April 17, 2025, Thursday // 08:36 | Viewed: 1611

Denmark Sends Troops to Ukraine

Denmark is preparing to send military personnel to Ukraine to participate in training activities,

World » Ukraine | April 16, 2025, Wednesday // 15:03 | Viewed: 3925

Mobilisation Extended! Ukraine Prepares for a Tough Summer Ahead

The Ukrainian parliament has approved an extension of martial law and mobilisation in the country until 6 August 2025

World » Ukraine | April 16, 2025, Wednesday // 14:10 | Viewed: 1952

Go to Moscow, Lose the EU: Brussels Issues Stark Ultimatum to Serbia's Vucic

The European Union has warned Serbia that President Aleksandar Vucic’s possible attendance at Russia’s Victory Day parade next month could jeopardize the country's EU accession process

World » EU | April 16, 2025, Wednesday // 14:00 | Viewed: 3553

China Pushes Back on US Tariffs, Urges Clarity on 245% Rate

China has responded to the United States’ announcement of increased tariffs, with Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian stating that the specific tax rate figures should be confirmed with the US side

World | April 16, 2025, Wednesday // 13:49 | Viewed: 2163

US Lifts Magnitsky Sanctions on Orban Associate

The United States has officially lifted the Magnitsky sanctions imposed on Antal Rogan, a senior aide to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban,

World | April 16, 2025, Wednesday // 13:45 | Viewed: 1667

Disagreements Over Corridor 8: North Macedonia Criticizes Bulgaria for Delaying Meetings and Agreement

After reports emerged this week from Bulgarian media stating that Bulgaria is "fully ready to sign an agreement with North Macedonia and start construction on a cross-border railway tunnel along Corridor 8"

World » Southeast Europe | April 16, 2025, Wednesday // 11:39 | Viewed: 1898

Romania on Edge: Russia's Potential Move Towards the Danube and Desire for Warm Seas

Romanian Defense Chief, Gheorghita Vlad, voiced growing concerns about the increased threat from Russia

World » Southeast Europe | April 16, 2025, Wednesday // 11:27 | Viewed: 2183

Trump's Team Sees Economic Partnership as Key to Ending Russia-Ukraine War

The United States has suggested that a potential economic partnership with Russia could serve as an incentive for the Kremlin to end its ongoing war against Ukraine

World » Ukraine | April 16, 2025, Wednesday // 10:09 | Viewed: 2003

In First Speech Since Leaving Office, Biden Accuses Trump and Republicans of Gutting Social Security for Tax Cuts

In his first public speech since leaving office in January, former U.S. President Joe Biden delivered sharp criticism of the Trump administration’s approach to the Social Security Administration

World | April 16, 2025, Wednesday // 10:05 | Viewed: 1604

Japan's Population Decline Continues for 14th Consecutive Year

Japan’s population of Japanese nationals fell to 120.3 million as of October 2024, marking a record decrease of 898,000 people

World | April 15, 2025, Tuesday // 15:41 | Viewed: 2519
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