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While he considers Putin an adversary, he stressed that his primary focus remains safeguarding Ukraine’s citizens. Zelensky also disclosed the staggering human cost of the ongoing war, revealing that Ukraine has suffered 45,100 military casualties since Russia’s full-scale invasion began

Despite the broad scope of the sanctions, Bozhilov reassured that Bulgaria's economy has not suffered significant negative consequences. While exports to Russia have been steadily declining, the country’s trade relations with the EU have strengthened, offsetting potential losses

Reports suggest that over 40% of the 984 square kilometers initially captured by Ukrainian troops have been retaken by Russian forces, who have bolstered their frontline with over 50,000 troops, including contingents from North Korea

"These are surplus armaments, equipment, and ammunition that were deemed unnecessary for the Bulgarian Armed Forces," Zapryanov stated. The decision to send these military assets, the minister explained, reflects the Bulgarian military's ongoing modernization strategy

While the majority support remaining in the alliance, a notable 30 percent of the population would vote to leave, marking Bulgaria as the NATO member country with the highest inclination toward withdrawal

Speaking to journalists in light of the recent assassination attempt on Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, Radev underscored the escalating dangers posed by the conflict, which he warned are beginning to ripple across Europe

The diplomatic uproar stems from declassified intelligence cited by the White House, attributing Russia's deployment of short-range ballistic missiles supplied by North Korea in multiple attacks on Ukraine

As expected, the parliamentary debate surrounding the resolution was contentious, with the pro-Kremlin minority party Vuzrazhdane and the Bulgarian Socialist Party vehemently opposed