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Bulgaria
Zelensky demands for more weapons from Bulgaria
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently held a crucial phone conversation with Bulgarian Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov, discussing Ukraine's pressing defense needs and reinforcing ties between the two nations
Bulgaria
“NATO Applauds Bulgaria’s Pledge to Dedicate 2% of GDP to Defense”
Deputy Secretary General of NATO Mircea Geoană yesterday commended Bulgaria's steadfast commitment to allocating 2% of its gross domestic product to defence costs in the coming years
Europe
Ukraine calls on Bulgaria for heavy weapon assistance
Following the above statement, he then added, "Ukrainians sense Bulgaria as a friendly country that provides assistance. But there is always a "but". "Currently we have severe fighting in Donbas, where Russian artillery exceeds 20 times Ukrainian artillery".
Europe
European Ministers of Defence from 26 states meet today for Agency Steering Board
During the meet, discussions will be held on - the EDA Defence Capabilities Gap analysis, Additional support to Ukraine under the EPF, the Situation in Ukraine and Situation in Mali. A total of 26 European member states partook in the meeting.
Bulgaria
Bulgaria established & is leading a NATO multinational battlegroup: US Defence Secretary
Austin appreciated the stand of Bulgaria amid the Russia-Ukraine war conflict, adding that the country managed to lead a NATO multinational battlegroup.
Bulgaria
US Defense Secretary Austin arrives in Bulgaria for 2-day work visit
he also met with the troops of the United States as well as Bulgaria, deployed at the Bezmer Air Base.
Bulgaria
Spain sent 4 Eurofighter EF-2000 to Bulgaria amid tensions between Russia & Ukraine
Sofia, Bulgaria: Amid the ongoing border tensions between Russia and Ukraine, the Government of Spain has sent four Eurofighter EF-2000 Typhoon fighter jets to...
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Critical Water Shortages Plague Bulgaria’s Pleven Amid Drought and Delays
The immediate response plan centers on upgrading the "Bivolare" pumping station by replacing outdated pipes that have contributed to water loss. Despite efforts to modernize the pumping station, water loss due to aging infrastructure remains a pervasive issue
Bulgaria Increases Interior, Defense Budgets Citing Migration Pressures Despite Decline
The decision, announced by the government press service, is intended to support the two ministries in managing heightened “migration pressure” anticipated from June 1 through October 31. However, recent data has led some to question the necessity of the funding increase
Bulgarian Taxi Drivers to Stage Nationwide Protest Over Steep Insurance Hike
Organized as a coordinated, countrywide demonstration, drivers aim to draw attention to what they are calling an unsustainable rise in insurance premiums, which they say have soared tenfold without warning
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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.