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Bulgaria
Water Shortages Plague Velingrad for Fifth Day Amid Repair Work by NEC
The disruption is due to planned repair work carried out by the National Electric Company (NEC), leaving thousands of residents in the town's "Kamenitsa" neighborhood without reliable access to water
Bulgaria
Vintage Train to Embark on Historic July Journeys for Velingrad Culture Festival
The train will include two retro cars—one from 1926 and another from 1941—a standard passenger car from the 1970s, a buffet car added three years ago, and a box car. The diesel locomotive that will pull these carriages adds to the nostalgic journey through time
Bulgaria
Bulgaria: 72-year-old man kills Municipal Councilor in Velingrad
Ekaterina Kaferinova, The municipal councillor in Velingrad, was killed last night in her home. The police are expected to give official information about her murder. It's unclear whether the victim received any threats from the murderer in the past few days
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France 24 Investigation Traces Bulgarian Mortar Shells to Sudanese Militias in Defiance of EU Arms Embargo
Mike Lewis, an expert in conflict weapons, confirmed that the mortar shells shown are consistent with those used frequently in Sudan’s internal conflicts. The shells are marked "81 mm Mortar HE," signifying high-explosive capabilities
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12-Metre Crucifix Installed at Elin Pelin Roundabout Ahead of Easter
The church described the placement of the crucifix as a powerful spiritual symbol intended not only to honor the sacred week leading up to Easter, but also to serve as a reminder of faith and caution at a site associated with previous road tragedies
Sofia Suspends Paid Parking, Extends Public Transport Hours for Easter Holidays
City officials have urged the public to stay informed through the Center for Urban Mobility’s official platforms, where real-time updates on transport schedules and traffic conditions will be provided
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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