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Sofia's Lukov March Disrupted Over Fascist Allegations: Mayor Steps In
Amidst a growing controversy, the anticipated Lukov March procession in Sofia has been abruptly halted by order of the city's mayor, Vasil Terziev. Despite initial attempts by organizers to proceed with the event, a directive from municipal authorities effectively put an end to the planned commemoration.
Bulgarian Ruling Party Condemns Controversial Far-right March
A woman holds the portrait of General Hristo Lukov during a march in Sofia13 on February 2021. Members of several nationalist organizations took part in the march in the commemoration. Photo: EPA-EFE/VASSIL DONEV
Sofia Mayor Refuses Permit for Torch-Lit Lukov March
Sofia Mayor Yordanka Fandakova has refused to issue permission for the holding of a torchlight procession in honour of a Bulgarian army general known for his pro-Nazi and anti-Semitic activities during WWII.
Russia Calls on Bulgaria to Prevent March in Honour of WWII Pro-Nazi General
Russia has called on Bulgarian authorities to prevent a planned torchlight rally organised by a Bulgarian radical nationalist party in honour of a controversial WWII army general known for his pro-Nazi and anti-Semitic activities.
The Russian Embassy in Bulgaria has sent a protest note to the Bulgarian Foreign Ministry citing the UN resolution on combating glorification of Nazism.