Sofia

Once more, the election of the leader for the Sofia Municipal Council faces a postponement, creating uncertainty about the city's local governance. The decision to delay the vote until January 25 was reached during the Thursday session, with the expectation that ongoing discussions might result in a consensus on who will chair the Municipal Council.

The Sofia District Prosecutor's Office has taken a necessary step by self-reporting in response to disturbing reports from Bulgaria's Jewish organization "Shalom" and the Central Israeli Spiritual Council. The organizations alerted authorities to obituaries of Adolf Hitler discovered affixed to the entrance of the Sofia Synagogue.

January 10 marks the 80th anniversary of one of the most sinister and bloodiest bombings of Sofia during the Second World War. Then the first combined one was performed, i.e. day-night attack on the capital.

A recent study conducted by the European Commission has unveiled Sofia, the capital city of Bulgaria, among the cities perceived as least hospitable for immigrants. The research was based on responses from European citizens regarding their cities' suitability for immigrants, as reported by RSE.

146 years ago, on January 4, Field Marshal Iosif Vladimirovich Romeyko-Gurko led Russian liberation troops in a triumphant entry into Sofia, marking a pivotal moment in the city's history.

Sofia's police department made a significant arrest, detaining an 18-year-old individual with dual Bulgarian and Russian citizenship for attempted murder, according to the Interior Ministry's announcement on Wednesday. The man, taken into custody for 72 hours, faces charges by the prosecuting magistracy.

A dramatic scene unfolded on Sofia's "Botevgradsko shose" boulevard as authorities apprehended 28 illegal migrants traveling in a van with French registration, as reported by BNR.

Sofia Mayor Vasil Terziev shared key insights into the city's upcoming plans, announcing that the 2024 budget for Bulgaria's capital would enter the public discussion arena by mid-January. Terziev conveyed this update in a final 2023 report, emphasizing the city's focus on development.

The pulse of a nation and its interconnectedness with global events is often reflected in the most-read news articles. In 2023, Bulgaria experienced a dynamic tapestry of events that garnered immense attention. From seismic geopolitical shifts to local happenings, these articles encapsulate the essence of the year:

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As the week progresses, Bulgaria anticipates mostly sunny weather on Wednesday. The day is expected to start with a range of temperatures between 4°C and 9°C, dipping to around 3°C in Sofia. Winds are predicted to pick up, with the Danube Plain and western parts of the Upper Thracian Plain experiencing moderate to strong gusts.