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NATO leaders vow to stand by Ukraine as doubts hang over Biden
NATO leaders pose for an official photo at the NATO summit in Washington, Wednesday, July 10, 2024. Front row from left, Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, Dimitar Glavchev, Prime Minister of Bulgaria, Alexander De Croo, Prime Minister of Belgium, Edi Rama, Prime Minister of Albania, U.S.
A Rare and Valuable Ring has been Found at the Kokalyanski Urvich Fortress' citadel
A rare and valuable ring has been found during the National History Museum's (NIM) regular archaeological excavations at the Kokalyanski Urvich Fortress' citadel.
Albania, Bulgaria, Italy and North Macedonia sign military mobility agreement
At the sidelines of the NATO summit in Washington, D.C., the defense ministers of Albania, Bulgaria, Italy and North Macedonia signed a Letter of Intent for cross-border military mobility cooperation on Wednesday.
Bulgaria's Population Decreases in 2023
In 2023, Bulgaria's population has declined by 2,229 people (0.03%), the Statistical Office of the European Commission (Eurostat) reported on July 11, World Population Day.
As of December 31, 2021, the population of Bulgaria numbered 6,445,481 people, according to the country's National Statistical Institute.
Dendias signs military mobility agreement with Romania and Bulgaria
Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias signed a Letter of Intent on Thursday with his Romanian and Bulgarian counterparts for cross-border military mobility cooperation.
Energy Minister Malinov Announces Bulgargaz Could Transfer Part of BOTAS Agreement Rights to Third Parties
An informal agreement was reached on the possibility of Bulgargaz offering for transfer part of the rights under its agreement with Turkish energy company BOTAS ,signed on January 3, 2023, said caretaker Energy Minister Vladimir Malinov during a hearing in Parliament.
Bulgaria's "Revival" Joins Radical Far-Right Alliance in EU Parliament
On Wednesday, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) aligned with other far-right parties to establish a new alliance within the European Parliament, marking the formation of the smallest and most radical far-right group to date.
Bulgarian Automotive Industry Contributes Over 10% to National GDP
There are currently 380 companies operating in the Bulgarian automotive industry, with the sector employing more than 80,000 people and accounting for over 10% of the country's gross domestic product, Automotive Cluster Bulgaria (ACB) said in a press release on Wednesday.
GERB leader Boyko Borissov: My Party will not make a Coalition with the Movement for Rights and Freedoms (MRF)
GERB leader Boyko Borissov Thursday said that his party will not make a coalition with the Movement for Rights and Freedoms (MRF), as GERB stated as early as three months ago. Talking to reporters, Borissov said further that the negotiations had proved in an indisputable way that GERB neither asked for support from the MRF nor gave support to that party.
Bulgaria's Role at NATO Summit: Strengthening Eastern Flank and Support for Ukraine
Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev highlighted Bulgaria's pivotal role on NATO's Eastern flank during discussions with US President Joe Biden in Washington. Speaking to journalists, Glavchev disclosed details of their conversation, which occurred within the context of NATO's 75th anniversary celebrations.
Bulgaria, US and Allies Boost Military Support for Ukraine at NATO Summit
On the second day of the pivotal NATO summit in Washington, the Alliance's member countries announced an increase in military aid to Ukraine. The summit's agenda includes discussions on the organization's future and the defense capabilities of its allies, particularly in light of the upcoming US elections in November, which could see the return of Donald Trump to the White House.
Glavchev and Mickoski Discuss Reducing Tensions Between Bulgaria and North Macedonia
Bulgaria's Acting Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev met with North Macedonia's Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski in Washington ahead of the official NATO leaders' meeting. The primary topic of their discussion was the need to reduce tension between the two countries.
Electricity: Explosion in wholesale prices with a 60% jump
Energy crisis conditions ringing a bell for the tariffs of August, shaped by the soaring price of wholesale today at 184.79 euros, recording a 60% increase with the price soaring in the day to 500 euros a megawatt hour.
Civil War in DPS: Dogan Demands Resignations, Peevski Refuses to Step Down
In a powerful appeal to all members of the Movement for Rights and Freedoms (DPS), Dr. Ahmed Dogan, the honorary chairman, has called for the resignation of the parliamentary group chairman, Delyan Peevski, along with five other prominent figures within the party.
Bulgarian Traffic Police Enhance Fleet with 50 New Vehicles
The Bulgarian traffic police have received a boost with the addition of 50 new vehicles, as announced by Interior Minister Kalin Stoyanov. These vehicles are part of an ongoing effort to enhance public safety, following a previous allocation of new cars just a month ago, according to National Police Director Ch. Commissioner Atanas Ilkov.