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Six Customs Officers, Three Civilians Detained for Diversion of Seized Imports from Turkiye
Libyan Ambassador Receives Bulgarian State Honour
President Iliana Iotova awarded the Order of the Madara Horseman to Libyan Ambassador Abu Baker Saleh at a ceremony at the Presidency on Friday, recognizing his outstanding contribution to strengthening bilateral relations. The head of State said
In 147 Years, National Service for Protection Has Become Byword for Duty and Dignity, President Says
For 147 years, the National Service for Protection (NSP) has established itself as a synonym for duty, dignity, honor, and morality, while behind the work of its officers in the field lie exceptional professionalism and loyalty, President Iliana
President Iotova Awards State Honour to Greek Ambassador
President Iliana Iotova awarded the Order of the Madara Horseman, First Class, to Greek Ambassador to Bulgaria Alexios Marios Lyberopoulos at a ceremony at the Presidency on Friday, recognizing his outstanding contribution to strengthening bilateral
Sofia Hosts 4th Democratic Mosaic Festival
The 4th edition of the “Democratic Mosaic: A Stage for Civil Society” festival is taking place in Sofia from September 6–13, the organizers said on Friday. More than 50 civil society and youth organizations will be presenting their causes and
Economy
Bulgaria Seeks to Strengthen Position on Polish Tourist Market during Industry Forum
Bulgaria will use an upcoming tourism business forum to strengthen its position on the Polish market and develop new partnerships with Polish tour operators and travel agencies. This transpired in remarks by Tourism Minister Ilin Dimitrov ahead of
Eurostat data Only 9.7% of Bulgaria’s Unemployed Find Jobs in Q2
Only 9.7% of people in Bulgaria who were unemployed in the first quarter of 2026 had found a job by the second quarter, the fourth-lowest share among the 26 EU countries for which data were available, according to seasonally adjusted labour market
National Statistical Institute Bulgaria's July Overnight Stays Fall 5.4%, Revenue Up 11.4%
The total number of overnight stays in accommodation establishments in Bulgaria fell by 5.4% year-on-year in July 2026, while revenue from overnight stays increased by 11.4% compared with the same month last year, according to National Statistical Institute (NSI) data published on Friday.
National Statistical Institute Bulgaria's Exports to EU in January-June Up by 10.3% Y/Y, Trade Deficit Remains
Between January and June, the exports of goods from Bulgaria to the EU increased by 10.3% from the same period of 2025, amounting to EUR 15,006,000,000. Bulgaria’s main trade partners were Germany, Romania, Italy, Greece and France, which accounted
Culture
Haskovo Jazz Festival Marks 30th Anniversary from September 21 to 26
Over six evenings and across three venues, musicians from Bulgaria, Hungary, Austria, Turkiye and other countries will present contemporary jazz and improvisations on classical pieces.
Choirs from Hong Kong, Philippines, Romania, Bulgaria Compete in Varna
Choirs from Hong Kong, the Philippines, Romania and Bulgaria are competing on Friday in the 44th Prof. Georgi Dimitrov International Choir Competition in Varna. The event opened at the Festival and Congress Centre. The competition is held in four
Photography Exhibition in Varna Marks 70 Years of Bulgaria-Indonesia Diplomatic Relations
A photography exhibition at the City Art Gallery in Varna marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Bulgaria and Indonesia. Titled “Indonesia: Between Roots and Becoming,” the exhibition features 75 photographs
Targovishte Puppet Theatre Actress Honoured at Podgorica Festival
The actress from the State Puppet Theatre in Targovishte was recognized for her role in Adventures with Karlsson, based on the work of Astrid Lindgren, the theatre said on Thursday.
Balkans
Turkish Police Detain 27 over Alleged Plans for Armed Attacks on Schools
Turkish police have launched an operation across 22 provinces of the country against members of a group found to have been preparing armed attacks on schools, Turkish media reported on Friday, quoting the Ankara Chief Public Prosecutor's Office
NATO's Joint Force Command Naples Commander Visits North Macedonia
A delegation from NATO’s Joint Force Command Naples, led by Commander Admiral George Wikoff, is on a two-day visit to North Macedonia and, together with Chief of the General Staff of the Army of the Republic of North Macedonia Major General Sashko Lafchiski, met with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport Aleksandar Nikoloski, the government press service in Skopje said.
Greek State Minister Skertsos Rejects Comparison between Salaries in Greece and Bulgaria
Greek Minister of State Responsible for the Coordination of Government Policies Akis Skertsos rejected comparisons between Greece and Bulgaria in terms of salaries, arguing that they are based on a misinterpretation of Eurostat statistics.
Tens of Thousands Protest in Zagreb against Illegal Waste Dump near Gospic
Tens of thousands of people gathered in central Zagreb on Saturday to protest the illegal dumping of thousands of tonnes of waste near the central Croatian town of Gospic.