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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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Austria Lifts Schengen Blockade for Romania and Bulgaria, Full Membership Expected by Spring 2025
Senior officials in Bucharest remain hopeful that the spring target will be met, marking an end to nearly a decade of delay since both nations first fulfilled technical requirements for Schengen entry
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Bansko Resorts Turn to Foreign Workers Amid Severe Staff Shortages as Ski Season Nears
With a surge of tourists expected, many hotels and restaurants are scrambling to fill vital roles. To address the gap, numerous business owners have turned to workers from outside the European Union, including countries like India, Tajikistan, and Ukraine, to meet the demand for service personnel
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Bulgaria Awaits Schengen Progress Alongside Romania as Glavchev Stresses Caution and Cooperation
Addressing journalists on November 8 during his official visit to the Hungarian capital, Glavchev highlighted that Bulgaria’s accession prospects remain closely linked with Romania’s, suggesting that any developments for Romania could also influence Bulgaria’s Schengen progress
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Bulgarian Citizen Alleges Assault by Skopje Police in Nationality Dispute
Borche Natsevski, a Bulgarian citizen, reported the incident after an altercation that allegedly escalated at the hands of law enforcement. The incident has drawn concern from both Bulgarian authorities and human rights groups, who regard it as an apparent violation of Natsevski’s rights
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One Bulgarian Citizen Remains Missing After Devastating Valencia Floods, Four Others Found Safe
Following recent catastrophic flooding in Valencia that has claimed over 150 lives, one Bulgarian citizen remains unaccounted for, while four others have been located safely, the Bulgarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed
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19-Year-Old Driver Loses Control of Mercedes, Crashes Into Tree Near Burgas
The car veered off the road, striking a tree on the roadside and causing significant damage to the vehicle. Authorities responded swiftly to the scene, and an investigation was launched to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the crash
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Farmers Across Europe and Bulgaria Criticize EU Green Deal
Kostadin Kostadinov, chairman of the Bulgarian Agrarian Chamber, conveyed these concerns during an interview on Bloomberg TV Bulgaria, where he criticized the Green Deal for imposing agricultural practices that are incompatible with local climate and soil conditions
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Foreign Officers and Workers Step In as Bulgaria Braces for Summer Tourist Season
The European Border and Coast Guard Agency, Frontex, will also deploy two officers to support operations in Varna, the regional administration confirmed following a strategic meeting with Tourism Minister Miroslav Borshosh and other institutional stakeholders
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Bulgarians Face Soaring Egg and Vegetable Prices Ahead of Easter
Compared to the same period last year, the cost of chicken eggs has increased by 18 stotinki per piece, while cucumbers have seen a price jump of over 30 stotinki. Consumers now find themselves paying up to 6 leva per kilogram for Bulgarian cucumbers, although most purchase them individually due to the high cost
Wizz Air Unveils Expanded Summer 2025 Schedule with 47 Routes from Bulgaria
Wizz Air’s expanded summer 2025 schedule will connect Bulgaria to 15 countries across Europe and the Middle East. With over 2 million bookings anticipated, the airline reaffirms its commitment to offering affordable travel for both leisure and business passengers
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Flu Season in Bulgaria Yet to Peak: Rising Cases and Health Warnings
Although some regions, like Blagoevgrad, have already seen a significant rise in flu cases, areas such as Sofia and Burgas have not experienced a major surge. However, hospitals in Sofia are beginning to fill up with flu patients, and the situation remains closely monitored
Bulgarian Sailors Reunite with Families After 14 Months in Houthi Captivity
The two sailors were accompanied by a Romanian crew member, who was welcomed by Romania’s ambassador. The release of the sailors followed a complex diplomatic operation spearheaded by Oman, a key mediator in regional conflicts
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