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Vazrazhdane Willing to Support an Occupation of Parliament
Vazrazhdane may be supporting an occupation of Parliament, according to leader Kostadin Kostadinov. He was asked by reporters in Parliament about his party's position regarding the Continue the Change initiative. He added, though, that they would
Continue the Change Is Against Proposed Budget if It Is Used for Theft, Regardless of Currency
Continue the Change (CC) leader Assen Vassilev told reporters in Parliament that CC will oppose the proposed budget for 2026 if it is used for theft, regardless of the currency. He was reacting to Friday's statement by GERB leader Boyko Borissov that the protests are about blocking Bulgaria's budget ahead of the introduction of the euro on January 1, 2026.
Vazrazhdane Move for Declaring Lukoil-Related Legislation Anti-Constitutional
От „Възраждане“ ще внесат искане за обявяване на противоконституционност на закона, свързан с „Лукойл“ Петра Куртева София, 21.11.2025 (БТА) „Възраждане“ ще внесат в Конституционния съд (КС) искане за обявяване на противоконституционност на Закона
Child Online Safety Discussed at Sofia Forum
A European forum dedicated to online risks for children brought together representatives of European institutions, journalists and experts at the House of Europe in Sofia on Friday.
Economy
BNB Issues Gold Commemorative Coin Dedicated to Saint Euthymius of Tarnovo
The Bulgarian National Bank will issue a gold commemorative coin dedicate to St. Euthymius Patriarch of Tarnovo from the series “Bulgarian Iconography” as of November 24, the BNB announced on Friday. The price of the coin at the time of issue is BGN
Bulgaria’s Brand Must Be Unique and Inspire Trust, BTA Director General Says
BTA Director General Kiril Valchev highlighted the importance of a clear and recognisable national brand at the First Congress Brand Bulgaria - Hospitality in Four Seasons, as seen by young talent at the University of National and World Economy in Sofia on Friday.
Bulgaria's Natural Features, Culture and History Must Be Presented Through Joint Efforts, Deputy Tourism Minister Says
The natural features, the four seasons, the rich culture and history of Bulgaria are a strong potential that must be presented to the world through joint efforts of institutions, business and the academic community, Deputy Tourism Minister Pavlin Petrov said.
Sofia Welcomes Beaujolais Nouveau 2025
Sofia welcomed the arrival of Beaujolais Nouveau at a reception at the National Palace of Culture on Thursday evening. По стара френска традиция всяка година в третия четвъртък на месец ноември се посреща първото младо вино - Божоле. От вече близо
Culture
Bulgaria joins European wine route Great Recognition for Bulgaria, Wine Tourism Organization Chair Minkova Says on Country's Accession to Iter Vitis Route
Bulgaria is now part of the large family of European wine routes, which is a great recognition, Bulgarian Organization for Wine Tourism (BOWT) Chair Petya Minkova said at a BTA-hosted event in Sofia on Thursday.
BTA Director General Valchev Thanks Bulgarian People for Funding Public Media, Reminds Parliament of Still-Low Journalist Salaries
We must thank the Bulgarian people for their investment in public media and remind Parliament that journalists’ salaries remain low, said BTA Director General Kiril Valchev during the discussion of the 2026 State Budget Bill in its section on culture at the National Assembly’s Committee on Culture and Media. The draft 2026 budget allocates EUR 10,160,700 to BTA.
Plovdiv Regional Archaeological Museum Presents Renewed Permanent Exhibition, Newly Introduced Audio Guide
The Plovdiv Regional Archaeological Museum presented the results of their project on the renewal of their permanent exhibition and the introduction of a modern audio guide.
Wrap-up Bulgaria Officially Joins Iter Vitis, Council of Europe Cultural Route Dedicated to Wine
Bulgaria officially joins the Iter Vitis Route, Tourism Minister Miroslav Borshosh said at a BTA-hosted event in Sofia on Thursday.
Balkans
Serbian Government Will Take Necessary Measures to Guarantee Country's Energy Security, Foreign Minister Says
Serbian Foreign Minister Marko Djuric stated that the Serbian government would take all necessary measures to guarantee the country’s energy security and to resolve the issue with the national oil company NIS in accordance with the country’s laws and interests, Tanjug reported on Tuesday. He added that the country has the support of its European partners.
No Queues Yet as Serbia Nears Fuel-Supply Crisis
On the eve of a potential fuel-supply crisis, Serbia’s petrol stations remain calm, with no queues and only a slight uptick in prices — which nevertheless remain among the highest in the Balkans, a BTA check showed.
Foreigner with Two Pistols Detained at Kapitan Andreevo Border Checkpoint
A foreigner without identity documents and carrying two pistols was detained at the Kapitan Andreevo border checkpoint on November 15, the Border Police General Directorate said here on Monday. He was found in a specially adapted hiding place under the front seats of a bus entering Bulgaria, driven by a 49-year-old Turkish citizen.
Thousands of Expats in Turkiye Return to Bulgaria for Inauguration of Naim Suleymanoglu Memorial House
Thousands of Bulgarian expatriates in Turkiye have flocked to Momchilgrad for the opening of the restored childhood home of legendary weightlifter Naim Suleymanoglu, which has been converted into a museum.