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Health Ministry sets up task force to boost measles vaccination
The Health Ministry has set up a task force to increase the number of people getting vaccinated against measles, and is preparing an information and vaccination campaign in regions with low inoculation rates, following an outbreak in Romania, and other European countries.
Schengen Woes: Bulgaria Seeks German Customs Teams to Alleviate Economic Toll
In a recent interview with tagesspiegel.de, Asen Vassilev, Bulgaria's Minister of Finance, unveiled the economic strain inflicted on the nation's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), estimating losses between 3 to 5 percent.
Bulgaria and Romania Collaborate Towards Full Schengen Membership
In a joint meeting, Bulgarian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mariya Gabriel and Romanian Foreign Minister Luminita-Teodora Odobescu vowed to coordinate actions to eliminate internal European border checks. The two nations are set to work closely for their partial Schengen accession on March 31, seeking the support of the European Commission.
Explosive Devices from Odesa to Voronezh Intercepted in Georgia - Passed Through Bulgaria And Turkey
Georgian security forces have successfully thwarted a significant terrorist plot involving the transportation of explosives from Odesa, Ukraine, to Voronezh, Russia.
Grigor Dimitrov Retains 13th, Viktoriya Tomova Was Eliminated In The WTA 250
In today's published tennis world rankings, Grigor Dimitrov maintains his position among the men.
The Bulgarian tennis player once again secures the 13th position with a total of 2785 points. This time, he is set to return to the tennis court during the current week, participating in the ATR 250 tournament indoors in Marseille.
Bulgarian Fishing Vessel Released After Year-Long Detention in Romania
The Bulgarian fishing vessel "Iva-1" has been released after nearly a year of being under arrest in the Romanian port of Mangalia. The owner, Plamen Panayotov, confirmed this information to BNT, marking the resolution of the case at the second instance in Romania.
Bulgaria's Schengen Entry Faces Potential Delay Post-2025
As Bulgaria anticipates the full integration into the Schengen Agreement, a potential hurdle looms on the horizon, suggesting delays that could extend beyond the initially projected 2025 timeline.
Tsitsipas brothers help Greece advance to Davis Cup World Group I
Stefanos and Petros Tsitsipas beat Marius Copil and Victor Vlad Cornea 6-7(4), 6-3, 6-4 in the doubles to complete a 3-0 sweep of Romania and helping Greece to advance to the Davis Cup World Group I for the second time ever.
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 Secures Support for Eurozone Entry by 2025
Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov's strategic diplomacy at the European Council has yielded promising results as Bulgaria gears up for full acceptance into the Eurozone and Schengen by January 1, 2025.
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.
FM reaffirms commitment to Montreux Convention amid Ukraine war
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has reiterated Türkiye's commitment to uphold the Montreux Convention of 1936, which regulates the passage of warships through the straits during times of conflict.
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.