Latest News from Bulgaria
Wizz Air Expands from Varna with New Routes to Abu Dhabi, Tel Aviv, and More
Wizz Air has announced four new routes from Varna for the summer 2025 season, marking a significant expansion of its operations in Bulgaria. Starting on March 31, 2025, the airline will introduce flights to Abu Dhabi, which will operate three times a week. Additionally, the airline is resuming services to Frankfurt-Hahn, Nuremberg, and Tel Aviv.
Nearly Half of Bulgaria’s Pensioners Receive Minimum Pensions
As of the end of September, Bulgaria had a total of 2,047,000 pensioners, with nearly 46% of them receiving the minimum pension, according to data from the National Social Security Institute. Among these, 811,000 pensioners receive the minimum amount of 580.57 leva, which is granted for length of service and age. This group represents 40% of all pensioners in the country.
Bulgaria Cup 2024: National Champions to Be Crowned in Breakdancing Finale
The Bulgaria Cup 2024, the most prestigious event of the year for the Bulgarian Break Federation (BBF), is set to take place on November 30, 2024, at the National Palace of Culture, Hall 2, in Sofia.
Bulgaria’s Weather Update for November 29: Cloudy Skies, Rain, and Snow
On November 29, the weather in Bulgaria will be mostly cloudy, with rain showers in the western regions and snow falling in the mountains above 1,600 meters. A northwesterly wind will bring in cold air, causing rain to turn into snow in higher altitudes, particularly in the western half of the Pre-Balkan Mountains.
Sofia National Theatre Announces Limited-Time Discount on December and January Performances
For the next three days, tickets at the Sofia National Theatre are being offered at a 50% discount at the theatre's box office.
Political Rift in Bulgaria: "We Continue the Change" Expels Members Over Speaker Vote Disagreement
Following today's vote for the Speaker of the National Assembly, "We Continue the Change" (WCC) demanded the resignations of Daniel Lorer and Yavor Bozhankov. By decision of the party's Executive Council, Daniel Lorer was expelled from the party and all its bodies.
Bulgargaz Explains Nearly 11% Increase in Gas Prices for December
The price of natural gas in Bulgaria is expected to rise by nearly 11% in December, reaching 76 leva per megawatt-hour before taxes and additional charges. During a public discussion at the Energy and Water Regulatory Commission (EWRC), Veselin Sinabov, the Executive Director of Bulgargaz, outlined the factors driving this increase.
EU Launches Criminal Proceedings Against Bulgaria and 22 Other Countries Over Cybersecurity Compliance
The European Commission (EC) has initiated criminal proceedings against Bulgaria and 22 other EU member states for failing to fully implement critical cybersecurity regulations.
Historic Stalemate: Bulgarian Parliament Fails to Elect Speaker for Seventh Time (UPDATED)
The Bulgarian parliament has entered its 18th day without electing a speaker, marking a historic impasse in the 51st National Assembly. On the seventh attempt to resolve the deadlock, lawmakers failed to reach a consensus, despite multiple rounds of voting and various consultations among political factions.
Political Deadlock in Bulgaria: Borissov Declines to Reveal GERB’s Strategy
Boyko Borissov, leader of GERB, declined to reveal his party's plans for resolving Bulgaria's political crisis, responding to reporters in the National Assembly with a firm, "I won't tell you." Borissov expressed dissatisfaction with former Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov, criticizing his interview earlier in the day on Nova TV.
Ryanair to Launch New Direct Flight from Sofia Starting March 2025
Starting March 30, 2025, a new direct flight route will connect Sofia, Bulgaria, with Pisa, Italy, as announced by Sofia Airport. This service will be operated by Ryanair, Europe's largest low-cost carrier, with flights scheduled three times a week—on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.
Bulgaria's Acting PM: Border Control Readiness Key to Schengen Membership Approval
Acting Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev emphasized the importance of ensuring that border control institutions are fully prepared to reorganize their operations should Bulgaria's Schengen membership be approved in December.
North Macedonia Faces EU Pressure to Resolve Constitutional Impasse
The European Union's new enlargement commissioner, Slovenian Marta Kos, has called on North Macedonia to amend its constitution as a prerequisite for continuing its EU accession process.
Intergovernmental Summit: Greece-Cyprus cooperation on Electric Interconnection – Geopolitical risks deemed manageable
The geopolitical risks associated with constructing the Great Sea Interconnector, linking Greece, Cyprus, and Israel, are considered manageable, stated Cypriot Energy Minister Giorgos Papanastasiou during the second Greece-Cyprus Intergovernmental Summit in Nicosia.
New EU enlargement commissioner calls on North Macedonia to change constitution
The EU's new enlargement commissioner has said she expects North Macedonia to proceed to amend its constitution so that its accession process to the bloc can proceed.