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Alleged Hackers Exploit Bulgarian Server: Moscow Parade Broadcasted on Latvian TV
On May 9, alleged hackers breached Balticom's control, intercepting Moscow parade footage, raising concerns of Russian propaganda by Latvian authorities. The incident signifies a breach in digital security
Bulgaria
Bulgaria demands extradition of a Russian citizen suspected for Cyber attack
Desislava Petrova, the Sofia City Prosecutor's Office spokesperson, announced that Bulgarian prosecutors are seeking the extradition of a Russian citizen who was accused of launching a cyber attack on 14 Bulgarian state institutions' websites. When questioned about the attacker's identity, She remained silent because the situation was delicate and didn't want anyone to interfere with the investigation's progress
Bulgaria
Bulgaria: Unidentified hackers attacked several government websites, causes still unknown
Unknown attackers launched attacks against multiple websites of government agencies, airports, media outlets, and telecommunications companies in Bulgaria in the early hours of October 15, 2022. According to GDBOP, the attacked sites were briefly unavailable or had trouble loading at the time of the occurrence
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Bulgarians Join Regional Protest Against Soaring Food Prices
A nationwide boycott of retail stores, supermarkets, and grocery chains has been called for February 13, 2025, as part of a coordinated effort to highlight the economic hardship caused by escalating costs of essential goods
Drone Sighting Near Sofia Airport Causes Flight Delays
The incident, first reported by the Bulgarian News Agency (BTA), did not result in any flight diversions, but the airport adjusted its schedule for safety reasons. According to officials, the unauthorized drone was detected near one of the runways, close to Sofia’s Hristo Botev district
Survey: Bulgarians Favor Digital Payments for Winter Vacations
The study, which surveyed 1,028 Bulgarians aged 18 to 60, found that two-thirds of respondents intend to spend their winter vacations in the mountains. Among them, 63% favor cashless transactions, using cards, smartphones, or smartwatches
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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