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EU Urges Caution and Clarity Amid Sabotage Claims Over Bulgaria’s New F-16 Jet
Speaking at a press briefing, European Commission spokesperson Thomas Regnier emphasized the importance of a measured and fact-based approach, particularly in light of sensitive national defense issues
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Bulgarian Defence Minister Dismisses F-16 Scandal, Clarifies Military Registration Confusion
In an interview with Nova TV on Wednesday, Zapryanov emphasized that a faulty component, referred to as a "block," has already been secured and will soon be replaced, ensuring the aircraft’s full operational readiness
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Technical Issue Grounds Bulgaria’s First F-16 Block 70 Fighter Amid Ongoing Acceptance Process
The issue was confirmed by Bulgarian Air Force Commander Major General Nikolay Rusev, who stressed that the deviation does not mean the aircraft is defective but has temporarily rendered it non-operational
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Bulgaria to Receive Full Fleet of F-16 Fighters by End of 2025
The announcement was made public by Bulgarian Defense Minister Atanas Zapryanov during a recent presentation to the Defense Committee. The delivery of the F-16s marks a significant step in Bulgaria’s efforts to modernize its air force and strengthen its national defense capabilities
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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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Israeli Restrictions Hinder Bulgarian Journalists’ Access to Report from Gaza
The appeal follows a series of reports by Bulgarian journalists who recently visited Israel on a trip organized by the Israeli Foreign Ministry. While welcoming the opportunity to report from the field, AEJ stressed that accurate and fair coverage requires access to both sides of the conflict
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Bulgarian Man Killed, Seven Injured in Minibus Crash on Austrian Highway
According to Austrian news agency APA, the crash occurred at approximately 7:30 a.m. local time when a Romanian-registered van carrying eight Bulgarian nationals failed to notice a halted truck and violently collided with the rear of the vehicle
Grigor Dimitrov Retires Injured at Roland Garros, Slam Streak Continues
The 33-year-old veteran cited an apparent thigh injury, marking his fourth consecutive withdrawal or absence from a Grand Slam tournament. Dimitrov, making his 15th appearance at Roland Garros and his 57th at a major, showed early promise against the 20-year-old Quinn, ranked 106th in the world
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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