Ministry of Interior

Bulgaria's Border Police Directorate General has revealed a significant surge in migrant attempts to cross the country's borders during the summer of 2023 compared to the previous year.

As Bulgaria prepares for a cabinet rotation, Defense Minister Todor Tagarev finds himself under mounting criticism for delays in providing crucial military aid to Ukraine.

Chile began two days of national mourning Monday for at least 123 victims of a raging wildfire, with the search continuing for the missing as survivors pick through the scorched remains of their lives.

According to the General Directorate Border Police from the beginning of the year until January 31, nearly 1980 citizens from third countries attempted to cross the Bulgarian-Turkish border illegally. This number is 69% lower compared to January last year when it was around 6380, as reported by the Ministry of Interior.

In a bid to assess and bolster emergency response capabilities, Sofia is gearing up for a comprehensive drill scheduled for 10 PM on January 31. The initiative, led by the Interior Ministry, aims to evaluate the preparedness of control authorities and reaction forces at both national and territorial levels.

The One-Stop Shipping Center has opened in Cyprus, marking a significant development for the Cypriot shipping industry. Launched by the Shipping Deputy Ministry, this modern service aims to boost the competitiveness of the Cyprus Register of Shipping. The initiative may lead to the registration of more ships under the Cyprus flag and attract new shipping companies.

The "Road Infrastructure" Agency (RIA), responding to directives from the Ministry of Interior-Haskovo, has raised eyebrows by installing a staggering 468 road signs along a 25-kilometer section in the district, as reported by OFFNews. Regional Minister Andrey Tsekov has vowed to launch an inquiry into the matter.

In a move to simplify the development control system, Cyprus is set to abolish urban and building permits for small-scale projects.

Interior Minister Kalin Stoyanov has underscored Bulgaria's stance, refusing additional conditions concerning refugees from Syria and Afghanistan in relation to European regulations and the nation's forthcoming Schengen air and sea accession.

In a recent turn of events, the sale of vehicles seized from individuals driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs has commenced. The Ministry of Interior reports a decline in such incidents following amendments to the Penal Code allowing vehicle confiscation from offenders.