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Sofia's Lukov March Disrupted Over Fascist Allegations: Mayor Steps In
Amidst a growing controversy, the anticipated Lukov March procession in Sofia has been abruptly halted by order of the city's mayor, Vasil Terziev. Despite initial attempts by organizers to proceed with the event, a directive from municipal authorities effectively put an end to the planned commemoration.
Bulgaria: See the Numbers of the Parties and Coalitions in the Upcoming Elections
The Central Election Committee (CEC) has drawn the numbers of the parties and coalitions participating in the elections for the ballots of the upcoming vote
In the early parliamentary vote, Stefan Yanev's party "Bulgarian Rise" will be number 15, and "BSP for Bulgaria" - with 28.
Bulgarian Ruling Party Condemns Controversial Far-right March
A woman holds the portrait of General Hristo Lukov during a march in Sofia13 on February 2021. Members of several nationalist organizations took part in the march in the commemoration. Photo: EPA-EFE/VASSIL DONEV
Bulgarian Political Parties Spent over BGN 7.3 Million for the Elections on November 14
The political formations that participated in the parliamentary elections in November spent over BGN 7.3 million, according to a study by the Institute for the Development of the Public Environment.
Far-Right Nationalist Group Destroyed a LGBTI Center in Sofia
A group of about 10 people, led by far-right nationalist politician Boyan Rasate, stormed the Rainbow Hub community LGBTI center at around 5 p.m. yesterday. The group, which also included women, broke furniture and equipment in minutes, shouting "Call the police." They also hit one of the activists there - Gloria Filipova, during the event.
Bulgaria: Election Results Based on 99% Counted Vote
Election results based on 99% of the tally sheets processed show that 6 Bulgarian parties will have seats in the next Parliament, data from the Central Election Commission.
Ruling GERB-UDF coalition has the largest share of votes in the April 4 parliamentary elections. It has received 26.14%.
Lukov March Officially Banned
Bulgaria's Interior Ministry is monitoring the situation in the country and the capital because of the Lukov March planned for this Saturday in Sofia, Interior Minister Mladen Marinov said. Sofia Mayor Yordanka Fandakova has issued an order banning the Lukov March. Fandakova expects the police would ensure the public order.
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Bulgaria Rightists Dispute Mayor’s Ban on March
Organisers of a controversial far-right annual march have said they will ignore a ban imposed by Mayor of Sofia, Yordanka Fandakova, and their rally will go ahead as planned this Saturday. The mayor banned the "Lukovmarch" event on Thursday.
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BNR: Prosecutor’s Office Investigates Gathering of European Extremists in Sofia
The prosecutor's office is launching an investigation of the Bulgarian National Union. The union is organizer of Lukov March which takes place on 22 February, an event banned by order of Sofia mayor Yordanka Fandakova.
Bulgaria Far-Rightists to Host European Neo-Nazis in Sofia
Members of nationalist organizations marching in Sofia, Bulgaria, during the 2018 annual march commemorating General Hristo Nikolov Lukov. Photo: EPA-EFE/BORISLAV TROSHEV