Vanya Grigorova

A recent Gallup International Balkan survey conducted for Bulgarian National Television provides insights into electoral attitudes in Bulgaria as of early May.

On Victory Day, commemorating the end of World War II, the coalition "Solidary Bulgaria" marked the occasion with a symbolic gesture at the dismantled monument to the Soviet army in Sofia. With flowers adorning the fence and an inscription declaring "There will be a monument here again!", the coalition reiterated its commitment to restoring the monument.

With the national and European Parliament elections drawing near, Bulgarian political parties are making significant strides in finalizing their candidate lists. Among the notable developments, GERB officially registered its list with Rosen Zhelyazkov at the helm.

Amidst mounting political tensions, GERB leader Boyko Borissov has cast a shadow over Bulgaria's political landscape, predicting the emergence of at least five additional caretaker governments following the upcoming elections.

Vanya Grigorova has announced her entry into a triple coalition for the upcoming parliamentary elections, unveiling the alliance under the banner of "Solidary Bulgaria."

At 11 a.m. today, a demonstration initiated by metro employees commenced. The event is coordinated by the Federation of Transport Trade Unions affiliated with The Confederation of Independent Trade Unions of Bulgaria (KNSB). Workers assemble at the entrance of the "Serdika" metro station.

Currently, the action does not affect the normal operation of the metro.

Bulgaria's Google searches in 2023 unveiled a captivating mix of interests, reflecting the nation's pulse through the year. The release of Google's annual rundown of the most searched terms offers a unique glimpse into the country's trends and inclinations over the past year.

In the decisive runoff for Sofia's mayoral seat, the battle wasn't just between candidates Vasil Terziev and Vanya Grigorova; it extended to the method voters preferred - traditional ballots or electronic machines. A noteworthy 291,000 voters embraced the efficiency of technology, opting for machine voting, while 146,000 adhered to the familiarity of paper ballots.

The administrative court in Sofia has concluded the legal saga surrounding the contested runoff for mayor of Sofia, ruling against Vanya Grigorova's complaint. The court's decision opens the door for Vasil Terziev to assume the position of Sofia's mayor without further delays.

In the aftermath of the local elections, the coalition "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) stands out as the recipient of the highest donations, according to the Audit Chamber's register.