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Bulgaria Faces Potential Early Elections as Government Formation Deadline Looms
If the third mandate to form a government fails, President Rumen Radev will be compelled to call for early elections, which are likely to take place in mid-October. The political uncertainty has intensified as the possibility of a successful government formation under the third mandate remains bleak
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Bulgarian Defense Minister Clarifies: No Nuclear Weapons Storage at Graf Ignatievo Airbase
In response to a query from Ivan Petkov, a Member of Parliament from the Bulgarian Socialist Party, Zapryanov emphasized that the airbase will not include facilities for storing nuclear weapons
Bulgaria
Bulgaria’s Interior Minister Commends Czech and Spanish Teams for Firefighting Efforts
Addressing the teams at Plovdiv Airport, Stoyanov commended their efforts, emphasizing that their help was instrumental in preventing any loss of life. He praised the collaborative spirit demonstrated, stating, "Together we proved that the EU is a powerful machine"
Bulgaria
Inferno Near Bulgarian-Greek Border Continues to Rage for Fourth Day
The fire, now in its fourth consecutive day, threatens the Sandanski villages of Petrovo and Goleshovo, both less than two kilometers from the blaze. The Bulgarian fire department has deemed the situation high-risk
Bulgaria
Government to Equip Two More Helicopters for Firefighting
Bulgarian government is set to equip two additional helicopters for firefighting efforts. This decision was disclosed after a Security Council meeting chaired by caretaker Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev
Bulgaria
Decline in Tourists on Bulgarian Black Sea Coast Amid Geopolitical Tensions
This trend was highlighted by Stanko Shterev, the regional representative of the Bulgarian Tourism Association, during an interview with BNR-Burgas. Shterev attributes the decline in part to the current geopolitical situation, which has deterred many potential visitors, especially Israeli tourists
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PM Skerrit pledges $1 million in aid to St. Vincent and the Grenadines
The Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit announced a $1 million donation to St. Vincent and the Grenadines on behalf of Dominica.
Bulgaria
Belarus Extends Visa-Free Entry for Bulgaria and 34 Other Countries Amid Sanctions
This initiative, approved by Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, allows visitors to enter Belarus without a visa through road and railway border points for stays of up to 30 days. The extension will be effective from 8 a.m. on August 19 until December 31, 2024
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Netherlands May Block Bulgaria’s Long-Awaited Entry into Schengen Zone
Bulgaria and Romania’s long-awaited entry into the Schengen border-free zone is edging closer to reality as Austria is expected to lift its veto. However, lingering uncertainties surrounding the Netherlands’ position could pose challenges to the final decision
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Bulgaria Celebrates Feast of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary: A Day of Faith and Family Unity
According to church teachings, the Virgin Mary, at the age of three, was brought to the Jerusalem Temple by her parents, St. Anna and St. Joachim, in fulfillment of a sacred vow. The event symbolizes Mary's dedication to God and her preparation for her role as the mother of Jesus Christ
Over 1200 Taxi Drivers Block ‘Trakia’ Highway in Protest Against Insurance Hikes
The protest, organized by taxi drivers from over 50 cities across Bulgaria, was aimed at voicing their frustration over a steep increase in mandatory "Civil Liability" insurance costs
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Dominica: New projects unveiled at the 2024/2025 budget session
Finance Minister Irving McIntyre revealed a big budget for several projects to be undertaken the coming fiscal year.
Dominica budget 2024/2025 scheduled today: $1.4 B expected allocation
The new budget for Dominica is expected to have a $1.4 Billion expenditure. The final budget address is set to take place today.
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