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Finnish Fighter Jets Join NATO Defense Mission Over Bulgaria
The Finnish Air Force has announced its participation in NATO's air defense mission over Bulgaria, Romania, and the Black Sea. Finland's Minister of Defense, Antti Heikkinen, revealed that next year, the country will contribute to NATO's peacetime missions with a Navy ship and a maximum of eight Air Force F/A-18 Hornet fighters.
Bulgaria's Premier Denkov Addresses Balkan Schengen Idea Amid Brussels Visit
Bulgaria's Prime Minister, Nikolai Denkov, stated in Brussels that the removal of land borders between Bulgaria, Romania, and Greece is not currently under political discussion. Denkov, who anticipates discussions with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Bulgaria's priorities during the European Council meeting, highlighted key topics such as Schengen land borders and the Eurozone.
MEP Urges Independent Regional Schengen Move for Bulgaria, Romania, and Greece
Romanian MEP Eugen Tomac asserts that Bulgaria, Romania, and Greece can form a regional Schengen agreement without requiring the consent of the European Commission. In an interview with BTA, Tomac dismissed concerns of Austria opposing such an arrangement, emphasizing that the Commission only needs to be informed.
FM wraps up Balkan tour with focus on Gaza
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan concluded his three-day Balkan tour in Romania on Jan. 31, rounding off his diplomatic mission with a call for international action regarding the ongoing crisis in Gaza.
The focus of the conference remained on Israel's actions in Gaza, echoing Fidan's earlier statements during his visit to Albania and Bulgaria.
Bulgaria Achieves Best Anti-Corruption Ranking in Over a Decade
In a notable shift, Bulgaria has received its highest score in the fight against corruption in more than a decade, according to the Corruption Perceptions Index by "Transparency International." Scoring 45 out of a possible 100 points, the country rose two positions to claim the 67th spot in the global ranking of 180 nations.
Vucic: I am not particularly interested in EP recommendations
SKOPJE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said at the weekend he was not particularly interested in what recommendations the European Parliament would make in a resolution on Serbia.
Vucic was speaking to Serbian reporters in Skopje after Saturday's St Sava Day event in the North Macedonian capital.
The EP is due to vote on a resolution on Serbia on February 8.
Foreign minister embarks on Balkan tour
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan commenced a four-day diplomatic tour of the Balkans today, aiming to address regional and global issues of mutual concern.
The tour, scheduled from Jan. 28 to 31, will see Fidan engaging with officials in Albania, Bulgaria and Romania, according to a statement released by the Turkish ministry.
Bulgaria Grants Approval for Turkish Military Planes to Enter its Airspace
Bulgaria has given its nod for Turkish fighter jets to access Bulgarian airspace, marking the first such agreement between the two nations. The government has endorsed a memorandum of understanding allowing cross-border air policing operations, a step previously established with Romania and Greece. The accord requires parliamentary approval to be enacted into law.