Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Bulgaria Considers Freezing Assets of Russian Cultural Center in Sofia

The Bulgarian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mariya Gabriel, has stated that the accounts of the Russian Cultural and Information Center in Sofia could potentially be frozen, pending approval from the ministry. This announcement came during a parliamentary session where Gabriel responded to inquiries from members of the WCC-DB regarding the closure of the center in Bulgaria.

Cabinet to discuss same-sex marriage bill on Wednesday

Draft laws on same-sex marriage and on reforming the court system will be on the agenda for discussion by the cabinet on Wednesday. 

State Minister Akis Skertsos is set to present the bill on marriage equality while Justice Minister Giorgos Floridis and Deputy Minister Yiannis Bougas will present a bill on judicial reforms.

Bulgarian Foreign Minister Enhances Ties on Riyadh Visit

Bulgarian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mariya Gabriel embarked on an official visit to Saudi Arabia, signaling a commitment to strengthening bilateral ties across various sectors. The delegation, led by Gabriel, aims to explore and expand partnerships in energy, economy, investment, education, science, culture, and innovation.

Pakistan holds emergency security meeting after trading strikes with Iran

Pakistan's prime minister held an emergency security meeting on Friday with military and intelligence chiefs after trading deadly air strikes with Iran on militant targets this week.

The rare military actions in the porous border region of Baluchistan — shared between the two countries — have further stoked regional tensions already enflamed by the Israel-Hamas war.

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