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Bulgaria to Receive First F-16 Fighter Jet as Part of Strategic Military Upgrade
The official handover will take place at the Lockheed Martin production facility in South Carolina, United States, where Bulgaria’s Defense Minister, Atanas Zapryanov, is currently on a visit. This first delivery is part of a broader deal under which Bulgaria is set to receive a total of 16 F-16 fighter jets
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Higher Air Force School in Bulgaria Acquires Cutting-Edge F-16 Virtual Reality Training System
Delivered under a project connected to the Industrial Cooperation Program with Lockheed Martin, the manufacturer of the F-16 Block 70 aircraft, this groundbreaking system is poised to significantly enhance pilot and technical personnel training
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Bulgarian President Radev to Conduct F-16 Demonstration Flight at Graf Ignatievo Air Base
The open flying day, set to commence at 10:00 a.m. tomorrow, will not only showcase the capabilities of modern fighter jets but also commemorate significant milestones in Bulgaria’s aviation history
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Bulgaria issues account in Federal Reserve Bank to obtain returns on funds paid for F-16
According to Defence Minister Dimitar Stoyanov, the 1.2 billion dollars paid in advance for the F-16 project will be profitable as the account was opened at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. He informed, "The creation of a fundraising account for the F-16 project was decided by the Council of Ministers today. This will enable the money to stay in the Ministry of Defense at the end of the fiscal year
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Lack of trust is reason behind delay in delivery of modified F-16 jets to Bulgaria by US
In view of the former Bulgarian Defense Ministers, the delay in the delivery of new American F-16 fighter jets is being witnessed amid the United States' "lack of trust" in Bulgaria's authorities as not being proven to be "reliably" safeguard NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation) secrets.
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Bulgaria to purchase 8 F-16 combat aircraft from US
The European country will be purchasing eight F-16 combat aircraft for $1.67 billion from the United States of America.
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Bulgarians Stranded in Santorini as Earthquakes Force Mass Evacuations
Some tremors have exceeded magnitudes of 4, with stronger ones reaching up to 5 on the Richter scale. Authorities have issued safety advisories, urging people to stay outdoors and avoid small ports as seismic activity continues at an alarming pace
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Two Arrested for Drug-Influenced Driving in Burgas
The vehicle was being driven by a 29-year-old man from the Dolno Ezerovo district. Routine tests for alcohol and narcotics were conducted, with the latter returning positive results for amphetamine and methamphetamine
13-Year-Old Bulgarian Girl Missing in Spain: Authorities Intensify Search Efforts
Gabriela was last seen in the city of Palencia, where she resides. She is described as being between 160 and 165 cm tall, with a slim build, long straight brown hair, and green eyes. The SOS Desaparecidos platform has highlighted her case, urging the public to assist in finding her
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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