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Bulgaria
Bulgarian Parliament recognized Holodomor as genocide
Stephen Tafrov, former representative of Bulgaria to the United Nations, informed that Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine, appreciated the Bulgarian Parliament for recognizing Gladomor from 1932-33. for the genocide of the Ukrainian people
Bulgaria
10th round of sanctions mainly focused on closing loopholes; Von der Leyen
According to a news report by senior diplomats from Poland and Lithuania, the tenth package of EU sanctions on Russia and Belarus would include some restrictions on countries that violate those penalties, claims "Rzeczpospolita," Poland's top business and legal daily
Europe
Russia doesn’t intend to war against Ukraine
Representative of the Main Directorate of Intelligence Ministry of Defence of Ukraine, Andriy Cherniak, reported that Russia does not have any intentions to end the war against Ukraine
Bulgaria
Ivaylo Mirchev: “Putin again allowed enemy countries to buy Russian gas in contract currency”
Ivaylo Mirchev, member of the Bulgarian National assembly, reported that in the last hours of 2022, Putin again allowed buyers of Russian gas from "enemy countries" to make some payments in contract currency, not in rubles
Bulgaria
“Trust nothing until the Kremlin denies it”, says Bozhidar Bozhanov
Bozhidar Bozhanov, E-minister of Bulgaria, criticised the Kremlin for their statement regarding Christo Grozev. He reported that the Kremlin had stated that Hristov would be safe and out of danger
World
Ukraine imposes blackout as Russia launches airstrikes on Electrical Infrastructure
Today, a blackout was imposed in Ukraine as a result of multiple Russian airstrikes that significantly caused massive damage to the country's electricity infrastructure. The residents of the Kherson region are still being deported. It is estimated that more than 10,000 people have crossed the left bank of the Dnieper River
World
Russia’s response will be harsh in case of another terrorist attack says Vladimir Putin
Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, stated that Russia would respond harshly if there were more efforts to carry out terrorist attacks on the soil of Russia. He also confirmed that this morning, Russian long-range missiles attacked the Ukrainian military, communications and energy facilities
Bulgaria
Bulgarian trail in Crimean Bridge explosion, truck boarded in ferry from Burgas
According to the Russian investigation, the truck that blew up the Crimean bridge was seen in Burgas, from where it got boarded a ferry. The investigators also claim that the truck reached Batumi in Georgia, which was then seen in Armenia. From there, he goes again to Georgia, followed by North Ossetia, from where he crossed into Russia
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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
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