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Bulgaria
Launch of Greece-Bulgaria gas interconnector may delay till autumn
As per the information of local media, the launch of Greece-Bulgaria interconnector might witness a delay until the autumn season.
Bulgaria
Russia calls removal of diplomats by Bulgaria as ‘provocation’
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman - Maria Zakharova, in a media briefing, stated, "On March 2, 2022, the Bulgarian authorities declared two diplomats from the Russian embassy in Sofia persona non grata."
Bulgaria
Russian Ambassador Mitrofanova wishes Bulgaria on Liberation Day, compares country to Donbas
Ambassador noted, "Almost around 144 years ago, the historic San Stefano Peace Treaty was signed, ending the Russo-Turkish War and allowing Bulgarians to gain their long-awaited freedom."
Europe
“My husband is in Ukraine, he wants to defend his land”, says woman who successfully escapes Ukraine
Amid the Russian military invasion in Ukraine, the tensions of the Ukrainian diaspora living in Bulgaria has heightened, and they are worried about the safety of their loved ones.
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Ukraine: Woman marries on first day of military operations by Russia
Arievagot stated, "We may be can die, and we just wanted to be together before all of that".
Bulgaria
Ukrainian President will be at least alive for 48 hrs: Bulgarian Prime Minister
Prime Minister of the European nation - Kiril Petkov, while addressing a small group of Journalists on Friday, stated that the President of Ukraine - Volodymyr Oleksandrovych Zelenskyy, will at least be alive for the next 48 hours, amid the invasion by the Russian military in Ukraine.
Europe
Russia invades Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced to conduct "military operations" in regions of Ukraine.
Bulgaria
150 troops arrive in Bulgaria for joint military exercise
Sofia, Bulgaria: Around 150 United States troops will arrive in Bulgaria with military equipment for a joint military exercise this week. This exercise comes...
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Seaside Restaurant Prices Surge in Bulgaria as VAT Hike Hits Tourists’ Wallets
Premium seafood options, like fried turbot, are priced as high as 40 leva per portion. Pork-based meals have seen similar hikes—a pork knuckle with potatoes and carrots costs nearly 40 leva, and a trio of pork meatballs or kebabs with a side is about 10–12 leva
4.6-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Vrancea Region in Romania, No Damage Reported
The quake occurred at 9:34 p.m. local time, the General Inspectorate for Emergency Management (IGSU) confirmed, and was registered at a depth of 140 kilometers. Its epicenter was located approximately 49 kilometers west of the city of Focșani, the administrative center of Vrancea County in eastern Romania
Underwater Park ‘St. Anastasia’ Takes Shape in Burgas Bay with First Sunken Exhibits
Named the Underwater Park "St. Anastasia", the initiative is the first of its kind in the region and aims to boost marine biodiversity while attracting diving tourism to the Southern Black Sea Coast
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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