Tag:Russia invasion of Ukraine
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Bulgaria Reaffirms Stance on Non-Combat Support to Ukraine
The Ministry emphasized that the EU training mission operates in Germany, Poland, and other EU countries, not in Ukraine itself. In line with this mission, Bulgaria will undertake the training of combat paramedics on its own soil
World
Projectiles landed near Zaporizhzhia’s Radioactive waste storage can cause another catastrophe like Chernobyl
Boyko Borissov, former Prime Minister and GERB party's leader, discuss his thoughts on the recent event at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power facility in Enerhodar, Ukraine. The plant is currently under the control of Russian forces, who claim that the Ukrainian troops attacked the nuclear complex with heavy artillery munitions
Europe
Russian nationalist living in Germany deported for insulting Ukrainian refugees
Yuliya Prokhorova, a Russian nationalist infamous for inciting people by posting degrading films about Ukrainians on social media, was deported from Germany. In a particularly well-liked TikTok video, blogger "TikTok" aggressively insulted two Ukrainian women while posing the question, "Who owns Kherson?''
Bulgaria
Tensions rise in Bulgaria amid Poland Missile attack
Stefen Tarfov, the Bulgarian Politician, shares his considerations about Russian missiles hitting Poland near the Ukrainian border. He remarked that there is also a theory that the remains of Russian missiles shot down by Ukrainian air defences struck Poland, resulting in the deaths of two Poland nationalists
Bulgaria
Bulgaria indirectly supplied most considerable amount of weapons to Ukraine
According to a report by "Euractiv," Bulgaria is considered one of the leading indirect suppliers of weapons to Ukraine, exporting record numbers of firearms since the beginning of the war
World
Putin declares Martial law in four Ukrainian regions inhabited during War
During the meeting of the Security Council of the Russian Federation, President Vladimir Putin announced Martial law in the occupied regions of Ukraine. From today, Martial law is to be conducted in Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson and Zaporizhzhia
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World Bank: Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is obstructing post-pandemic economic recovery in Europe and Central Asia
The world bank recently released the latest economic report in which they mentioned that the ongoing conflict in Ukraine had obscured hopes for post-pandemic economic recovery for rising and developing economies in Europe and Central Asia
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Zelensky: Ukraine won’t negotiate till Putin remains in Power
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky issued a warning on Friday, saying Ukraine would not engage in negotiations with Russia as long as President Vladimir Putin remains in office. He said, "As long as Putin is the leader of the Russian Federation, Ukraine will not engage in negotiations
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Bulgarians Urged to Boycott Supermarkets Amid Soaring Food Prices
The campaign, backed by former ombudsman Maya Manolova, aims to protest the widening gap between retail prices in Bulgaria and those in wealthier European nations such as Germany and Austria
Heating Supply Failure Leaves Five Sofia Neighborhoods Without Heat and Hot Water
According to officials from "Toplofikatsiya Sofia," the pipeline in question dates back to the 1980s and has exceeded its operational lifespan. Plans for a complete modernization of the system are already underway
Bulgarian ID Card Wins Best in Europe at High Security Printing EMEA-2025
The prestigious accolade recognizes the ID card’s innovative design and advanced security features, marking a significant achievement for Bulgaria’s identity management system
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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