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Bulgaria Assumes Command of Naval Mine Countermeasures Group in Black Sea
Deputy Minister of Defense Radostin Iliev, along with the naval commanders of Bulgaria, Romania, and Turkey, attended the ceremony. This high-profile gathering reflected the importance of the group’s mission in ensuring maritime safety and addressing mine-related threats in the region
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Bulgaria Begins Annual Update of Military Reserve Lists
The process, which involves revising databases of personnel and equipment held in reserve, aligns with the requirements of the Law on the Reserve of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Bulgaria
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Ukrainian Troops Struggle in Kursk Amid Escalating Russian Counteroffensive
Reports suggest that over 40% of the 984 square kilometers initially captured by Ukrainian troops have been retaken by Russian forces, who have bolstered their frontline with over 50,000 troops, including contingents from North Korea
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Bulgarians Divided on Eurozone Membership, but Support for EU Membership Grows
According to the latest “Standard Eurobarometer” report for Bulgaria, conducted between October 11 and November 1, 46% of Bulgarians support joining the eurozone, while an equal 46% oppose it
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Kulata Border Checkpoint Undergoes Major Upgrades Ahead of Bulgaria’s Schengen Entry
The project aims to enhance traffic flow at one of the country’s busiest border crossings by widening lanes and improving road infrastructure. The construction focuses on creating two lanes in each direction leading up to the checkpoint, with a 200-meter expansion on both sides
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Bulgaria Faces Financial Crisis as Budget Deadline Looms, Warns Trade Union Leader
Speaking during a press briefing on December 13, Dimitrov cautioned that government-funded services, including schools and hospitals, could cease operations by January 19, 2025, due to depleted resources
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Austria Lifts Veto on Bulgaria and Romania’s Schengen Accession by Land
Austrian Interior Minister Gerhard Karner confirmed Austria’s decision to support Bulgaria and Romania’s Schengen accession, enabling the removal of land border checks for both countries from January 1, 2025, during the upcoming Justice and Home Affairs Council meeting
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Sofia City Court Approves European Arrest Warrant for Former BDB Chief Stoyan Mavrodiev
Mavrodiev, who has been under investigation since October 2022, is accused of authorizing an unsecured loan of 150 million leva (approximately €76.7 million) to Roadway Construction, a company linked to controversial businessman Rumen Gaytanski, commonly known as "The Wolf"
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Sofia Introduces Green Tickets to Combat Air Pollution
The measure aims to encourage citizens to opt for public transportation instead of private vehicles, thereby lowering emissions and improving air quality. In addition to the subsidized tickets, Sofia Municipality has announced that parking in the subway buffer parking lots will be free of charge for the day
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Cyberattacks Enter Top 10 Business Risks in Bulgaria for First Time in 2025
The annual survey, conducted by Allianz Commercial, gathered insights from 3,778 risk management professionals across 106 countries, providing a comprehensive overview of global and regional business challenges
Sofia Airport Grants Free Terminal 2 Bus Access for Winter Season
The initiative, designed to support Bulgaria’s active winter tourism industry and facilitate high-intensity transfers, was established through an agreement between the Minister of Tourism, Evtim Miloshev, and the airport concessionaire, SOF Connect. This measure will remain in effect until the end of March 2025
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18-Year-Old Kalin Uzunov Saves the Cross on Jordan’s Day in Burgas
This year's event, held at the beach near the iconic bridge in Burgas, attracted 56 participants, ranging in age from 16 to 72 years. Kalin, who has been training as a water polo athlete for 12 years, attributed his success to his rigorous training
Orthodox Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve as Julian Calendar Observances Continue
This traditional date remains significant in several countries and communities, including Russia, Serbia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, the Bosnian Serb Republic, Georgia, Belarus, Armenia, and Ethiopia
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Mirchev to meet Telus amid tensions over Facebook’s policies
Ivaylo Mirchev, a member of the Bulgarian National Assembly, reported that due to the tensions over Facebook's policy from Democratic Bulgaria, "We will invite to a hearing in the Culture and Media Commission the company Telus, which serves Facebook in Bulgaria"