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Bulgaria
Bulgaria: Keluba appreciates Parliament’s decision to deliver weapons to Ukraine
Dmytro keluba, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, released a statement on the decision of the Bulgarian Parliament to provide weapons, ammunition and additional essential items to defend themselves against the Russian aggression still active for the past eight months
World
Gazprom set to pay 8.6 billion £ to Kremlin after record profit
The Russian gas giant Gazprom is ready to pay Kremlin £8.6bn after posting profit records. Gazprom, usually known as Russia's biggest gas producer, has made enormous profits of 2.5tn roubles (£35.8bn) in the first half of this year
Bulgaria
Bulgarian transport ministry to relocate 30,000 Ukraine refugees
The transport ministry will be relocating the Ukraine nationals who fled the war land amid the Russian military invasion, providing additional carriages on trains from the railway stations at Varna and Bourgas on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast.
Europe
EU President held telephonic conversation with Ukraine’s President
The war between Russia and Ukraine has entered into 85th day, following which millions of Ukraine nationals left the country.
Bulgaria
World Bank commends Bulgarian govt for its efforts in supporting Ukraine
The President of the World Bank further reaffirmed the organisations Group's commitment to a strong partnership with Bulgaria.
Bulgaria
Bulgaria: Govt owns only 33,000 places to accommodate Ukraine refugees
Tosheva asserted, "The worst backup option is to utilise sports facilities and temporary reception centres with extra beds".
World
WHO Director-General met with Ukraine refugees
Director-General of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, met with the refugees of Ukraine and assured them of every possible assistance that the organization could provide to them.
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Minor Earthquakes Hit Nessebar Area as Seismic Activity Continues in Bulgaria
The seismic events occurred within a 30-minute period, starting at 23:03 with a 2.5 magnitude earthquake, followed by a 2.1 magnitude tremor two minutes later, and culminating in a 2.4 magnitude quake at 23:24
Controversial Wind Farm Project in Varna Region Sparks Environmental Outcry
The development, which aims to construct 29 wind turbines in the Avren municipality, threatens to disrupt both the local environment and the health of nearby residents, according to local citizens and environmental advocates
Vezenkov Shines as Olympiacos Stuns Real Madrid in Euroleague Playoff Opener
The 2023 Euroleague MVP was in dominant form, finishing the game with 23 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 steals in just 27 minutes on the floor. Vezenkov’s offensive efficiency was remarkable, going 5-for-7 from mid-range, 3-for-4 from beyond the arc, and converting 4 of 6 free throws
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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