During the night, the cloudiness will break up and decrease. Tomorrow, over most parts of the country, it will be predominantly sunny. Before noon, low-layered clouds or fog may form in the valleys and basins....
Embracing the rich cultural heritage of Bulgaria, Bulgarians in Chicago marked the sixth consecutive year of the international "Martenitsa" project on February 25th. This initiative, which originates from the ancient Bulgarian tradition of martenitsa, aims to spread the symbolic red and white adornments globally, fostering a sense of Bulgarianness and promoting a positive image of Bulgaria and its communities worldwide. The concept of adorning trees with martenitsi was first conceived by Stara Zagora... Читать дальше...
Speaking at a briefing following a meeting with Croatian Central Bank Governor Boris Vujcic, Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) Governor Dimitar Radev highlighted the significant costs associated with delaying entry into the eurozone. Radev emphasized the importance of political will in the process of joining the Eurozone, noting Bulgaria and Croatia's joint efforts towards membership since 2018. While Croatia successfully adopted the euro on January 1, 2023, Bulgaria continues to navigate the path towards eurozone accession. Читать дальше...
Police officers with automatic rifles will once again be deployed in the center of Burgas. Anti-terrorism patrols from March 1st to March 4th will patrol areas with large gatherings of people, such as the city center, the railway station, and the two bus stations. Patrols will also be stationed at the outer perimeters of major retail chains and malls. ...
Shocking revelations have emerged surrounding the tragic death of Russian opposition figure Alexei Navalny, with claims suggesting a sinister plot involving a proposed exchange orchestrated by Bulgarian investigative journalist Christo Grozev. According to Maria Pevchikh, a close associate of Navalny, Grozev had prepared a plan for the exchange of Navalny for Vadim Krasikov, a Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) agent convicted in Germany for murder. Pevchikh alleges that negotiations for this... Читать дальше...
Bulgaria's commitment to Albania's EU aspirations and bilateral cooperation took center stage during a meeting between Rosen Zhelyazkov, Speaker of the National Assembly of Bulgaria, and Lindita Nikolla, Speaker of the National Assembly of Albania, in Tirana. Zhelyazkov announced plans for a regular airline connection between the two countries within a year, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations. The initiative aims to enhance connectivity and foster closer ties between Bulgaria and Albania. Читать дальше...
The most powerful solar flare since 2017 has been registered so far. The sun has expelled a mass with values unseen for close to a decade, reports UPI. In less than 24 hours, the sun has unleashed three waves of X-class flares, the highest magnitude on the scale measuring the intensity of solar eruptions. ...
In a bold move aimed at safeguarding national security, Bulgaria’s State Agency “National Security” (SANS) has imposed a strict entry ban on two individuals suspected of espionage on behalf of the Foreign Intelligence Service of the Russian Federation. Update: The Russian spies identified by SANS in Bulgaria, Vladimir Nikolayevich Gorochkin and Tatiana Anatolievna Gorochkina, have undergone significant visual alterations, as evident from photos available to BNT. ...
During his visit to Bulgaria, Croatian Central Bank Governor Boris Vujcic reassured that Croatia's transition to the euro did not result in a significant uptick in prices. Invited by Bulgaria's Parliamentary Committee on Eurozone and Schengen Affairs, Vujcic elaborated that the conversion from the kuna to the euro led to a marginal increase of only 0.2 percentage points, primarily within the service sector. ...
Bulgaria has received assurances from Albania regarding the protection of the rights of the Bulgarian minority within its borders, alongside a commitment to ensure transparency in the upcoming census. Following a meeting with his Albanian counterpart, Lindita Nikolla, Speaker of the National Assembly Rosen Zhelyazkov emphasized Bulgaria's appreciation for Tirana's efforts in this regard and pledged unwavering support for Albania's European integration aspirations. Zhelyazkov highlighted the absence... Читать дальше...
Farmers and agricultural producers from across Europe have once again converged in Brussels to protest in front of the European institutions, escalating tensions with authorities. The demonstration coincides with a meeting of the EU Council on Agriculture and Fisheries, attended by agriculture ministers from all member states, including Bulgaria's Minister Kiril Vatev. Early in the morning, hundreds of tractors lined the streets in front of the European institutions, with more protesters expected... Читать дальше...
Kiril Petkov, co-chairman of "We Continue the Change" (WCC), has announced that the party is anticipating a formal invitation from GERB to discuss the rotation of power. Petkov affirmed the party's commitment to their promise that the next prime minister will be Mariya Gabriel. He highlighted the dominance of GERB, DPS, and presidential cadres, estimating that they hold around 95% of the real power in the state. ...
Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh has announced his resignation, along with his government, aiming to foster a broad consensus among Palestinians regarding the political landscape after the Israel-Hamas conflict. Shtayyeh handed over his resignation to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, expressing dissatisfaction with attempts to instrumentalize the Palestinian government. He highlighted his government's achievements in balancing citizen needs with safeguarding Palestinian rights. Читать дальше...
In an interview on the bTV program "120 Minutes," US Ambassador to Bulgaria Kenneth Merten addressed various issues concerning Bulgaria's relationship with the United States and ongoing developments in the region. One of the key topics of discussion was the impact of the "Magnitsky" sanctions on Bulgaria, with Ambassador Merten stating that the US is analyzing their effect on the country. While he did not confirm whether the sanctions list for Bulgaria would be expanded with new names, he emphasized... Читать дальше...
Greek farmers have reignited their protests in solidarity with fellow farmers in Brussels, urging decisive action from the European agricultural ministers' meeting amid ongoing discontent with EU policies. Expressing urgent demands for a shift in European agrarian policy, Greek farmers have resumed blocking roads and borders today. Tractors have halted traffic at border points with North Macedonia, Albania, with plans for further blockades expected at the Turkish border....
At the end of the calendar year 2023, the Association of Graduates of the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration (FEBA Alumni Club) of Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski” and the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration received a donation of 1,000,000 BGN for scholarships to support students and pupils with their monthly living expenses for the next 10 years. This was announced by the press center of the higher education institution. ...
Amid growing concerns over the spread of misinformation and the misuse of artificial intelligence, Meta, the parent company of Facebook, announces plans to establish a dedicated team to address these issues ahead of the upcoming European Parliament elections in June, as reported by Reuters. The initiative comes in response to fears of election interference and the potential dissemination of misleading content facilitated by generative artificial intelligence, a technology capable of rapidly creating text... Читать дальше...
In a scheduled operation, military personnel and equipment from the Armed Forces of the Republic of Turkey, serving as part of the NATO Stabilization Force mission in Kosovo (KFOR), are set to traverse Bulgaria's road infrastructure on February 27 and 28. The deployment forms part of the rotational process within the operational theater, signaling ongoing NATO efforts in the region. The convoy, consisting of Turkish military assets, will be accompanied by units of the Military Police Service to ensure safe passage... Читать дальше...
The lawyer of Bulgarian actor Hristo Shopov, embroiled in a neighbor scandal, has refuted claims that he carried a weapon during the altercation. Ina Lulcheva, Shopov's legal representative, clarified that while he owned a legal firearm at home, there was no evidence he used it during the dispute with his neighbor, Patricia. Lulcheva emphasized that the alleged weapon was stored at Shopov's residence and wasn't involved in the altercation....
Efforts to locate a 17-year-old girl from Dupnitsa - Ivana Georgieva, who has been missing since Thursday, will continue today. So far, there has been no trace or information regarding the girl. Only her jacket has been found, while her backpack and the phone were left at the school where she studies - The Professional High School of Food, Flavors, and Chemical Industry. ...
As reported by AFP, Polish farmers blocked a major highway to Germany on Sunday in the latest similar protest against EU regulations and taxes. For weeks, farmers throughout Europe have been staging protests against what they see as excessively stringent environmental regulations, competition from inexpensive imports originating from non-European Union nations, and insufficient incomes. Farmers from Poland blocked the A2 motorway near Slubice in the eastern region near the German border on Sunday. Читать дальше...
The influx of Russian asylum seekers into South Korea has skyrocketed, with authorities reporting an unprecedented surge in applications last year, according to CNN. The Korean Immigration Service revealed a staggering fivefold increase in Russian nationals seeking asylum in South Korea in 2023, totaling 5,750 applicants, a stark rise from the 1,038 applicants recorded in 2022. This surge has propelled Russian asylum seekers to become the largest group seeking refuge in South Korea, surpassing... Читать дальше...
A member of the United States Air Force made an attempt to set himself on fire and shouted "Free Palestine" outside the Israeli Embassy in Washington, DC, on February 25, as per reports by CNN and local officials. The incident occurred around 1:00 p.m....
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro led a significant gathering in Sao Paulo on Sunday, vehemently rejecting allegations of involvement in a coup plot to retain power, CNN reported. Thousands of Bolsonaro's supporters, draped in Brazil's national colors, congregated on Paulista Avenue, demonstrating solidarity amidst mounting legal challenges. Using social media platform X, the far-right populist called for the rally, framing it as a "defense of the democratic rule of law....
The Israeli military has proposed a plan to evacuate civilians from conflict areas in the Gaza Strip, which will be discussed by the government. Alongside evacuation procedures, the plan outlines future military operations and strategies for delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza. Although the announcement did not specify Rafah, a city housing a large Palestinian population, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu aims to swiftly advance an offensive against remaining Hamas fighters there....
