Latest News from Bulgaria
Government Formation Talks Stalled in Bulgaria as Political Leaders Clash
Talks are ongoing regarding the formation of a government, confirmed GERB leader Boyko Borissov. He highlighted that Assen Vassilev, co-chair of "We Continue the Change," is obstructing the process. Borissov said he had appointed a negotiating team weeks ago, consisting of Zhelyazkov, Donchev, Raya, and Dani Mitov, but progress remains challenging.
Bulgaria's Karlos Nasar Claims World Weightlifting Title with Record-Breaking Performance
Karlos Nasar secured the world champion title in weightlifting in the men's 89 kg category at the World Championships in Manama, Bahrain, with two world records to his name. The Bulgarian athlete lifted 183 kg in the clean and jerk and achieved a combined total of 405 kg, breaking records in both disciplines.
LGBTQ+ Rights in Bulgaria: Public Attitudes Remain Unchanged in 2024
A recent survey by Alpha Research, commissioned by the GLAS Foundation, reveals that despite intensified public debates and targeted attacks on the LGBTQ+ community in 2024, Bulgarians' fundamental attitudes towards LGBTQ+ people remain largely unchanged.
Bulgarian National Bank Warns 2025 Budget Could Derail Eurozone Aspirations
The Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) has expressed strong opposition to the draft state budget for 2025, which is set to be officially submitted to the National Assembly by the caretaker government. The central bank's position highlights several concerns regarding the proposed budget's parameters and its potential negative impact on Bulgaria's fiscal stability and long-term economic prospects.
Bulgaria Moves Forward with Budget and Schengen Goals, Says PM Glavchev
Bulgarian Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev addressed the Cabinet at the beginning of a crucial meeting where the most important laws of the year, including the State Budget Law, the Law on Public Health Insurance, and the NHIF Law, were set to be reviewed.
Winter Weather: Sunny Day with Low Temperatures Across Bulgaria
Wednesday's weather across Bulgaria is expected to be predominantly sunny. A west-northwesterly wind will strengthen through the day. Morning temperatures will range between minus 1°C and 4°C, with Sofia seeing lows around 0°C. During the afternoon, temperatures will rise to between 4°C and 9°C, with Sofia reaching a high of 5°C.
Bulgarian Politics: 'Revival' Ready to Form Government with Third Mandate
Kostadin Kostadinov, leader of the pro-Russian "Revival" party, emphasized that his party is ready to take responsibility for forming a government in Bulgaria if they receive a mandate.
Bulgaria and Schengen: Will Last-Minute Dutch Resistance Derail Entry?
The Dutch Party for Freedom (PVV), led by Geert Wilders, has submitted a resolution in the Dutch parliament aimed at blocking Bulgaria and Romania's accession to the Schengen area by land. Sources familiar with the situation suggest that the resolution is unlikely to gain sufficient support.
Over 100,000 Bulgarians Expected to Travel Abroad for the Holidays
Over 100,000 Bulgarians are expected to travel abroad during the upcoming holiday season, according to Prof. Dr. Rumen Draganov, Director of the Institute for Analysis and Forecasts in Tourism at the University of Library Science and Information Technologies.
Bulgaria's Foreign Minister: Decline in Syrian Migrant Pressure Expected
Bulgaria's Foreign Minister Ivan Kondov stated that the country does not anticipate a rise in migration from the Middle East, and believes that the current situation could lead to a reverse trend.
Peevski Denounces Radev as Dictator, Claims Bulgaria Is in Disarray
Delyan Peevski, leader of the DPS-New Beginning formation, has strongly criticized Bulgarian President Rumen Radev, accusing him of undermining the Constitution and creating political chaos. Peevski's accusations stemmed from Radev's decision to exclude DPS-New Beginning from consultations regarding the formation of a new government in Bulgaria's 51st National Assembly.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to Visit Bulgaria Amid Strengthened Defense Efforts
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte will visit Bulgaria on December 19, 2024, as announced by the Ministry of Defense. During his visit, he will inspect the Novo Selo training ground and meet with the political and military leadership of the Ministry of Defense.
Guns N’ Roses Set to Rock Sofia with Public Enemy as Special Guests in 2025
Guns N' Roses, one of the most iconic rock bands in history, will perform in Sofia at Vasil Levski Stadium on July 21, 2025, as part of their extensive European and Middle East tour. Fans in Bulgaria can expect an unforgettable evening featuring the band's legendary hits, delivered by the dynamic trio of Axl Rose, Slash, and Duff McKagan.
Austria drops veto on Bulgaria, Romania fully joining Schengen travel zone
Austria is dropping its veto on Romania and Bulgaria becoming full members of Europe's Schengen free-travel area, its interior ministry said on Monday, paving the way for European Union interior ministers to approve the move at a meeting on Thursday.
President Radev Excludes DPS-New Beginning from Government Formation Talks
President Rumen Radev has decided not to hold consultations on forming a government with the parliamentary group "DPS - New Beginning," led by Delyan Peevski. The announcement was made by the press service of the head of state. This decision came after Radev met with the first two largest groups in the 51st National Assembly: GERB and "We Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB).