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Turkish Opposition Leader Denounces Istanbul Mayor Corruption Case as Politically Motivated "Coup Memorandum"
Agriculture Minister, French Ambassador Discuss Future of EU Common Agricultural Policy and Bilateral Cooperation
Bulgaria
Constitutional Court Decides to Review Legal Amendments concerning Intelligence Agency and National Security System
Constitutional Court Institutes Case at MPs' Request concerning Special Intelligence Means Act Amendments
Bulgaria's Constitutional Court has instituted a constitutional case following a request from 53 MPs in the 51st National Assembly concerning recent amendments to the Special Intelligence Means Act.
Vazrazhdane MP Blames Ex-Prime Minister Borissov and VMRO Party for Air Pollution in Veliko Tarnovo
Vazrazhdane MP Angel Yanchev on Tuesday blamed GERB leader Boyko Borissov and the VMRO party for air quality issues in Veliko Tarnovo caused by the Kronospan plant. Speaking to journalists at the BTA press club in the northern town, Yanchev noted
Defence and Democracy Forum Honest Communication with Citizens Is Key to Successful Green Policies, Sofia Mayor Says
Addressing a panel on inequality, urban communities, and environmental action at the Fortifying Freedom: Defence and Democracy Dialogue conference, Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev said that honest and open communication with citizens is crucial for the effective implementation of long-term environmental and urban policies.
2026 Operating Costs for MiG-29 and Su-25 Aircraft Projected at BGN 114 Mln, Says Defence Minister
The planned operating costs for Bulgaria’s MiG-29 and Su-25 aircraft in 2026 amount to BGN 114 million, Defence Minister Atanas Zapryanov said in a written reply to a question from MP Atanas Slavov of Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria
Economy
Vazrazhdane Opposes Government Proposal to Introduce Sales Management Software for Retail Outlets, Calls It "Burden on Buisnesses"
Bulgaria braces for US sanctions on Lukoil Our Goal Is to Protect Bulgarian Citizens’ Interests from Possible Fuel Supply Problems, Says GERB-UDF Deputy Floor Leader Angelov
“Our goal is to protect the interests of Bulgarian citizens from possible problems with fuel supplies,” GERB-UDF Deputy Floor Leader Kostadin Angelov told reporters on Tuesday in response to a question about the GERB-UDF position following the adoption of the bill expanding the powers of the special administrator for Lukoil.
Bulgaria braces for US sanctions on Lukoil Bulgaria's Fuel Supplies Sufficient to Support Citizens, Businesses for a While - Energy Minister Stankov
The quantities of fuel available on the territory of Bulgaria are sufficient to supply Bulgarian citizens and businesses for a long period of time, Energy Minister Zhecho Stankov told journalists here on Tuesday. He was speaking at the Fortifying Freedom: Defence and Democracy Dialogue, held here on Tuesday. The forum was organized by the Center for the Study of Democracy.
Government Pledges Support for Key Road Infrastructure in Smolyan Region
Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov discussed the construction of an expressway between Asenovgrad and Smolyan and the improvement of transport accessibility in the Rhodopi Mountains. The government pledged to support the implementation of the region's key road infrastructure.
Avenues for Economic Growth and Readiness for Eurozone Featured on Agenda of Sofia-hosted Forum
The development of the economy and growth opportunities, as well as the readiness of the banking system and capital market participants for the eurozone, were among the topics discussed at the Investor Finance Forum in Sofia, organized by
Culture
Singer Yordanka Hristova and BTA Director General Kiril Valchev Receive Golden Age Awards
BTA Director General Kiril Valchev and singer Yordanka Hristova received their Golden Age awards on Tuesday at a ceremony held at the Ministry of Culture.
Bulgarian Academy of Sciences Endorses BTA Director General Kiril Valchev for Second Term
The Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (BAS) has officially endorsed the candidacy of Kiril Valchev, Director General of the Bulgarian News Agency (BTA), for a second term in office.
BTA, Petrich Municipality Sign Partnership Agreement to Promote Local Cultural Events
The Director General of the Bulgarian News Agency (BTA), Kiril Valchev, and the Mayor of Petrich Municipality, Dimitar Brachkov, signed a partnership agreement Monday to facilitate the coverage and promotion of the municipality’s cultural
Exhibition in Varna Presents Memorial Signs of Battle of Varna in 1444
A photo and documentary exhibition at the Vladislav Varnenchik Park-Museum presents memorial signs of the Battle of Varna, which took place in 1444, Museum Director Milen Dimov said here on Monday. The exhibition presents the chronology of the
Balkans
Head of North Macedonia's Agency for Financial Support in Agriculture Arrested for Soliciting Bribe
The Ministry of Interior and the Prosecutor’s Office in North Macedonia announced an operation on Friday resulting in the arrest of Ilija Stoilev, director of the Agency for Financial Support in Agriculture and Rural Development, and the manager of a company ineligible for funding through the EU Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance in Rural Development (IPARD).
Serbian President Vucic Tells EU Ambassador His Term Will End Soon, Vows to Leave Good Impression
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic told the European Union’s Ambassador to Belgrade, Andreas von Beckerath, that his mandate would end soon and that, until then, he would try to leave a good impression on the European community, including through the language he uses, Serbian media reported.
Brussels Report Serves as Roadmap for Serbia, Parliament Speaker Says
The President of Serbia's National Assembly, Ana Brnabic, said on Tuesday that the European Commission’s annual report on the country’s progress towards European integration is an extremely important document for Serbia. Quoted by Serbian media,
North Macedonia's PM Meets with European Council President
North Macedonia Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski met European Council President Antionio Costa, the Prime Minister said on his official Facebook profile on Tuesday. "We discussed our country’s European path, the importance of preserving European values, and the support we are receiving in the integration process. We exchanged experiences and ideas on how to accelerate our progress and how to create better opportunities for citizens. Such meetings are of great importance as they confirm our commitment to the European perspective and strengthen cooperation with European partners," Mickoski wrote.