In Bulgaria
Bulgarian National Assembly Halts Meetings Amid Election Campaign
The majority in the Bulgarian National Assembly has opted to suspend regular plenary sessions and committee meetings for the duration of the pre-election campaign leading up to the parliamentary elections. The decision, which comes amidst a backdrop of heightened political tension and anticipation, has elicited both support and criticism from various quarters.
Bulgaria: Political Chaos as TISP, BSP, and "Revival" Seek No Confidence Vote in Glavchev Cabinet
Amidst escalating tensions in Bulgarian politics, the stage is set for a potential showdown as deputies from "There Is Such a People" (TISP) throw their weight behind a motion of no confidence in the "Glavchev" cabinet, joining forces with the Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) and "Revival."
Borissov: GERB Will Be Responsible for the MFA if Mitov is Appointed as Minister
Amidst the political discourse in Bulgaria, Boyko Borissov, leader of the GERB party, has asserted that GERB will assume responsibility for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs if Daniel Mitov is appointed as minister.
Resigned Prime Minister Denkov Vows Support for New Caretaker PM
Resigned Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov has pledged support for his successor, Dimitar Glavchev, while asserting that he will not remove deputy ministers from the previous administration. Denkov's assurances come amidst a changing political landscape in Bulgaria, with key party dynamics shaping up ahead of looming elections.
The President Decided: Dimitar Glavchev's Appointment as Acting Prime Minister
President Rumen Radev has been actively engaging with all potential candidates for the interim prime minister position within a span of just two days. Despite public declarations of willingness to adhere to constitutional procedures and the President's decision, none of the candidates expressed a clear desire to take on the responsibility.
Options for Choosing Caretaker PM Narrow, Says Bulgaria's President
President Rumen Radev expressed his concerns about the limited options available for selecting a caretaker prime minister, highlighting the challenges in the appointment process. The President's remarks came amid discussions to appoint a caretaker government and schedule new elections within two months, as mandated by Article 99 of the Constitution.
Bulgaria’s populists reject mandate to form government, set stage for snap vote
Bulgaria's populist There Is Such a People (ITN) party has declined to try to form a new national government, paving the way for President Rumen Radev to call snap elections.
ITN's move came after the center-right GERB party and its former coalition partner We Continue the Change (PP) both said they could not form a new government.
Bulgarian President Begins Consultations for Interim Prime Minister Amid Political Crisis
Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has initiated discussions with potential candidates for acting prime minister, marking a pivotal moment in the country's political landscape. With the resignation of Deputy Ombudsman Elena Cherneva Markova, the list of possibilities has narrowed to nine, prompting intense deliberations at the highest levels of government.
The President Will Start Meeting The Parties For Caretaker Cabinet Immediately
The Bulgarian president begins talks with potential caretaker prime ministers immediately.
Rumen Radev announced the news during the presentation of the third mandate to "There Is Such a People", who immediately returned the folder empty.
Bulgaria's Political Crisis: WCC-DB Returned Second Mandate Unfulfilled - President To Convene The Parties In 10 Days
The President handed "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) the second mandate to form a government.