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POLITICS1d agoRussian diplomat expelled from Bulgaria in 2021 amid investigation into arms depot explosions now serves as assistant military attaché in Serbia, RFE/RL findsRFE/RL’s Balkan Service and the investigative project Sistema have identified a diplomat at the Russian Embassy in Serbia who was declared persona non grata in Bulgaria in 2021 during an investigation into explosions at weapons depots.Meduza [en]
POLITICS1d agoNorth Macedonia Questions Iva Mihaylova’s Departure for BulgariaNorth Macedonia’s Foreign Ministry said it would notify the European Union and the Council of Europe about Iva Mihaylova’s departure from the country and her reception by Bulgarian officials, while its Interior Ministry reported finding no record of her exit in the border control system. The Ministry of Internal Affairs of North Macedonia said on its Facebook page that an investigation had found no record of Mihaylova, who is subject to a court-ordered ban on leaving the country, crossing out of North Macedonia. The ministry added that it had checked the matter through the Joint Contact Center with Bulgaria....novinite · bulgaria
POLITICSOct 6Bulgarian PM and Opposition Quarrel Over Black Sea Drone AttackKremlin-friendly PM condemns attack on two international cargo ships in Bulgarian waters as 'crude violation of law' – but opposition criticises him for not pointing finger at Moscow.Balkan Insight
POLITICSOct 3Remains of Bulgaria’s Czar Samuel return ‘home’ after 1,000 yearsThe emperor is a symbol of Bulgarian national identity whose repatriation stoked tensions with Greece.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 3Greece returns remains of Czar Samuel to BulgariaA warrior emperor who ruled the Bulgarian Empire in the Middle Ages, Czar Samuel is a symbol of Bulgarian national identity. But his remains have been in Greece for decades – and he is also claimed by North Macedonia.DW News [en]
POLITICSSep 30Bulgaria's parliament passes law protecting journalists from abusive SLAPP lawsuitsMost SLAPPs are for defamation or reputational harm and tend to be used by those rich and powerful enough to afford the necessary lawyers' fees.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 28Sociologists expect low turnout in Bulgaria presidential election - Radio Romania InternationalSociologists anticipate a low voter turnout for the presidential election in Bulgaria. This suggests potential political disengagement in the upcoming election.rri.ro · Romania
POLITICSSep 23Petar Volgin Says Kostadinov Is Best Choice for President of Bulgaria - Novinite . comA public figure has expressed an opinion that a specific candidate is the optimal choice for the presidency of Bulgaria. This reflects political commentary within an election context.novinite.com · Bulgaria
POLITICSSep 23Bulgarian PM Pledges to Sharply Limit Gambling AdvertsNew laws will drastically reduce presence of gambling advertisements, as Prime Minister Rumen Radev complains Bulgaria's towns and villages 'look like Las Vegas'.Balkan Insight
POLITICSSep 1Bulgaria vs North Macedonia : Iva Mihaylova Case May Reach Strasbourg - Novinite . comA case concerning Iva Mihaylova involving Bulgaria and North Macedonia may reach Strasbourg. This suggests a dispute with potential international legal or political ramifications between the two countries.novinite.com · Bulgaria
POLITICSAug 28Journalist Detained During Radev Visit , Bulgaria PM Orders Probe - Novinite . comA journalist was detained during a visit by President Radev, leading Bulgaria's Prime Minister to order a probe into the incident. This concerns an event during a political visit and subsequent government investigation.novinite.com · Bulgaria
POLITICSJul 15 This Is Not About Individuals : Radev Explains Bulgaria Stance on Russia Sanctions - Novinite . comPresident Radev has explained Bulgaria's position on Russia sanctions, emphasizing that the stance is not about individuals. This clarifies the nation's diplomatic approach.novinite.com · Bulgaria
POLITICSJun 23German Media : Radev Russia Sanctions Stance Sparks Concern in Brussels Over Bulgaria Direction - Novinite . comGerman media reports indicate that President Radev's stance on Russia sanctions has caused concern in Brussels regarding Bulgaria's political direction. This highlights potential diplomatic tensions over foreign policy alignment.novinite.com · Bulgaria
POLITICSJun 22Why is Bulgaria threatening to veto EU's Russia sanctions?Bulgarian PM Rumen Radev has vowed to veto the EU's latest sanctions against Russia because they include Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill and former Lukoil president Vagit Alekperov. What's behind his opposition?DW News [en]
POLITICSJun 20Germany ambassador to Bulgaria on the need to supply weapons to Ukraine – The Sofia GlobeThe German ambassador to Bulgaria has expressed a view on the necessity of supplying weapons to Ukraine. This reflects ongoing diplomatic discussions and foreign policy positions regarding the conflict.sofiaglobe.com · Bulgaria
POLITICSJun 19PM Radev on Russia Sanctions : Bulgaria Will Not Shoot Itself in the FootPM Radev commented on Russia sanctions, stating that Bulgaria will prioritize its own interests.bgnes.com · Bulgaria
POLITICSJun 17Foreign Minister: Bulgaria Opposes “Symbolic” Parts of New EU Sanctions on RussiaBulgaria has confirmed that it opposes parts of the European Commission’s proposed new package of sanctions against Russia, particularly measures it considers symbolic rather than economically effective. Further reading: Bulgaria Opposes Parts of New EU Sanctions Package Against Russia, According to POLITICO Foreign Minister Velislava Petrova-Chamova told Parliament that Sofia supports restrictions designed to weaken Russia’s economy and contribute to ending the war in Ukraine, but has reservations about sanctions that do not produce tangible economic results....novinite · bulgaria