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Bulgaria
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
Bulgaria
CITUB Demands 10% Public Sector Pay Rise, Pushes for ‘Living Wage’ Model
The union's president, Plamen Dimitrov, made the announcement on Wednesday, highlighting the pressing need for reform in Bulgaria’s income policies, including the introduction of a “living wage” standard tied to the cost of living for workers and their families
Bulgaria
Bulgarian Pharmacists Plan Protests and Temporary Closures Over NHIF Payment Reforms
"On July 4, pharmacists will be present to explain to patients the implications of the proposed changes on the provision of free therapy," Marinov stated, urging the public for patience and understanding during the protest period
Bulgaria
Bulgarian Universities to Close in Protest Over Government’s Failure to Address Funding and Salary Issues
Key among these concerns is the alarming inadequacy of salaries for teaching staff, including teachers, assistant professors, associate professors, and professors, in comparison to positions requiring lower educational qualifications
Bulgaria
Peaceful Protest in Sofia Demands Action Following Escalating Tensions Involving Foreigners
Chief Commissioner Lyubomir Nikolov of the Sofia Directorate of Interior assured reporters that the protest remained peaceful, with no signs of aggression from either the demonstrators or law enforcement
Bulgaria
Protesters block Romania-Bulgaria border in economic grievances
Romanian Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu, who responded to the demonstrators' concerns by announcing the establishment of multiple working groups tasked with scrutinizing and addressing the critical issues raised during the protests
Bulgaria
Unusual protest in Silistra as villager cooks sandwiches in electricity office
As the smell of grilled sandwiches wafted through the office, the video gained traction on social media, drawing both bemusement and support from viewers
Asia
Pakistan: Former PM calls for freedom protests after temporary imprisonment
Imran Khan, former prime minister of Pakistan, has called for national "freedom" protests on Sunday after his temporary imprisonment last week led to fatal violence across the country
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Bulgarian UN Worker Killed in Gaza Amid Intensified Israeli Offensive
Authorities have yet to release the victim’s identity or specific details regarding the circumstances of their death. The MFA confirmed that further information would be provided once the results of an ongoing investigation by the relevant authorities are available
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Bulgarians Rally in Solidarity: Over 600 Donate Blood for North Macedonia Tragedy Victims
Beyond the capital, regional blood donation centers saw a significant turnout. In Plovdiv, 112 people stepped forward at the Regional Center for Transfusion Hematology, while 68 donors contributed at the Varna Regional Blood Center
Winter Returns to Northern Bulgaria: Snowfall and Freezing Temperatures Disrupt Travel
Several key mountain passes, including Petrohan, Shipka, Rozhen, Prevala, and Pamporovo, have been affected, prompting authorities to deploy road-clearing teams to ensure safe travel
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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