Politics

Public Transport Revamp: Sofia May Get 24/7 Access to Airport, Improved Trolleybus Routes

The proposals of “Spasi Sofia” to reorganize several public transport lines in the capital have passed through the municipal Transport Committee and are now set for a final vote in the City Council on Thursday.

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Bulgaria's President Warns Against Hasty Eurozone Entry Amid Oil Crisis and Global Instability

President Rumen Radev has urged for caution amid the growing instability in the international arena, warning that Bulgaria must avoid being drawn into escalating global conflicts

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Bulgaria's Foreign Minister: EP Has No Authority on Macedonian Identity and Language

Bulgarian Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev firmly rejected the idea that the European Parliament has any authority to speak on matters of national identity or language

Politics | 2 hours ago | Viewed: 453

Bulgaria's Deputy PM: Euro Adoption May Bring Temporary Price Fluctuations, But Long-Term Gains Are Clear

Bulgaria’s entry into the eurozone is expected to bring clear economic advantages, but it also carries risks that go beyond the often-discussed topics in public discours

Politics | 6 hours ago | Viewed: 432

No Risk to Bulgaria’s Security or Energy Supply Despite Iran-Israel Tensions

Defense Minister Atanas Zapryanov and Energy Minister Zhecho Stankov moved to reassure the public on Monday, stating firmly that Bulgaria faces no direct threat - military or energy-related - following the escalation of hostilities between Israel and Iran

Politics | 7 hours ago | Viewed: 410

Sofia: Local Officials Accuse ‘We Continue the Change’ of Pushing Contract Manipulation

The mayors of Sofia’s “Mladost” and “Lyulin” districts, along with municipal councilors and regional party figures, have announced their departure from “We Continue the Change”

Politics | 8 hours ago | Viewed: 425

President Warns of Inflation Crisis, Urges Action for Vulnerable Bulgarians

President Rumen Radev has criticized the government's handling of rising prices, declaring that the state appears powerless in the face of inflation

Politics | June 21, 2025, Saturday // 12:00 | Viewed: 2334

Bulgaria's PM Calls for Responsible Pricing and Depoliticized Euro Debate

At a banking awards ceremony, Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov called on retailers and service providers to avoid speculative pricing

Politics | June 21, 2025, Saturday // 10:09 | Viewed: 2097

Bulgaria Tests C4ISR Capabilities in NATO’s Largest Interoperability Drill

Bulgarian military personnel took part in NATO's "Coalition Warrior Interoperability Exercise" (CWIX) 2025, held from June 2 to 20 in Bydgoszcz, Poland

Politics » Defense | June 20, 2025, Friday // 15:27 | Viewed: 2700

Inflation or Speculation? Authorities and Experts Weigh In on Bulgaria’s Price Trends Ahead of Euro Adoption

The head of the National Revenue Agency (NRA), Rumen Spetsov, addressed concerns about inflation, stressing that the data he shared regarding price increases of between 5% and 40% on certain products over a two-week period were preliminary and not yet ful

Politics | June 20, 2025, Friday // 12:11 | Viewed: 2271

Bulgarian Prime Minister Calls Eurozone Entry a Matter of National Honor

Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov emphasized that joining the Eurozone represents a significant honor for Bulgaria during the opening of the National Discussion

Politics | June 20, 2025, Friday // 11:03 | Viewed: 2329

Borissov: Bulgaria Stands Ready to Support Ukraine's Reconstruction

GERB leader Boyko Borissov declared Bulgaria’s readiness to play an active role in Ukraine’s reconstruction efforts

Politics | June 19, 2025, Thursday // 13:30 | Viewed: 2434

Bulgaria’s Parliament Orders DPS-Dogan to Rename Within Days, Prompting Backlash

With the backing of 122 MPs, Bulgaria’s Parliament has passed a decision compelling the parliamentary group “Democracy, Rights and Freedoms” – the DPS associated with Ahmed Dogan – to change its name within three days

Politics | June 19, 2025, Thursday // 13:11 | Viewed: 1888

Bulgaria Evacuates Embassy Staff from Tehran Amid Rising Security Risks

Bulgaria has temporarily evacuated its diplomatic mission from Tehran due to heightened security concerns in the Iranian capital

Politics » Diplomacy | June 19, 2025, Thursday // 11:47 | Viewed: 1957

Bulgaria's Borissov: 'I'll Be Prime Minister Again-Whenever I Want'

GERB leader Boyko Borissov made a characteristically self-assured statement in Parliament, declaring that he would return to the prime minister’s post “whenever he wants”

Politics | June 19, 2025, Thursday // 11:00 | Viewed: 2617

Two Bulgarians Evacuated from Iran After Diplomatic Operation

Two Bulgarian nationals have been safely evacuated from Iran following an operation led by the Embassy of Bulgaria in Tehran

Politics » Diplomacy | June 19, 2025, Thursday // 10:10 | Viewed: 2315

Bulgaria's Parliament Adopts Key Changes to Foreigners Act, Aligns with EU Blue Card Standards

Parliament has approved at second reading a series of amendments to the Law on Foreigners in the Republic of Bulgaria

Politics | June 18, 2025, Wednesday // 18:07 | Viewed: 4019

Speaker of Parliament: Azerbaijan Is Bulgaria’s Key Energy Partner and Pillar of Regional Stability

During an official visit to Baku, Speaker of the National Assembly Natalia Kiselova underscored the importance of the political dialogue between Bulgaria and Azerbaijan

Politics | June 18, 2025, Wednesday // 16:05 | Viewed: 1878

Bulgaria's Foreign Minister: 'Macedonian Language and Identity' Have No Place in EU Enlargement Criteria

Bulgaria’s Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev has firmly reiterated that the concepts of "Macedonian identity" and "Macedonian language" do not fall within the scope of international law

Politics | June 18, 2025, Wednesday // 15:57 | Viewed: 4075

GERB Strengthens Lead in Bulgaria as Eurozone Debate Fails to Shake Government Support

A new poll by “Gallup International Balkan” shows that GERB is holding onto its lead in Bulgaria, currently enjoying the support of 24.5% of voters

Politics | June 18, 2025, Wednesday // 15:00 | Viewed: 2558

'He Keeps Flying': GERB Leader Criticizes Bulgaria's President Amid Israel Evacuation

GERB leader Boyko Borissov once again directed criticism at President Rumen Radev, this time over his international travel and the recent evacuation of Bulgarian citizens from Israel

Politics | June 18, 2025, Wednesday // 13:23 | Viewed: 2397
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