Hungary's Paks nuclear power plant will shut down entirely for the first time due to record low Danube water levels, threatening the nation's energy supply. Prime Minister Péter Magyar urged conservation, while Romania also closed one of its nuclear reactors due to similar issues, exacerbated by climate change.
Rossen G. Iossifov, a 53-year-old Bulgarian national and owner of the RG Coins crypto exchange platform, has been sentenced to 121 months in prison by a US federal court for laundering nearly $5 million in crypto for a Romanian fraud network that targeted at least 900 American victims.
Britons with chronic health issues are increasingly seeking better healthcare abroad, with Bulgaria cited as a transformative destination due to its responsive healthcare system. While the UK's NHS faces challenges with chronic conditions, Bulgaria offers a mix of public and private care with quicker access, despite potentially higher out-of-pocket costs.
Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev announced Bulgaria can no longer provide weapons and military equipment to Ukraine, stating stockpiles are exhausted. While financial support continues, further arms deliveries are halted, aligning with previous government decisions and contrasting with Ukraine's appeals for more aid.
Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev stated that Bulgaria has exhausted its military stockpiles of weapons and ammunition available for transfer to Ukraine, having already delivered 13 aid packages. The country can now only assist by repairing military equipment.
Una maxi esercitazione multinazionale della Nato, "Alliance Wall", si è svolta in Bulgaria per rafforzare la cooperazione tra i 32 membri dell'Alleanza sul fianco orientale. L'esercitazione, guidata dall'Italia, ha visto la partecipazione di oltre 700 militari da 11 Paesi.
Mexico has reached the World Cup Round of 16 with four wins and no goals conceded. They broke a knockout stage losing streak dating back to 1986 and will now face England at the Azteca Stadium.
A poll by Public First for Politico reveals that 43% of EU residents believe the bloc cannot defend itself independently in an armed conflict. A majority (58%) also feel their own country is unprepared. Finland and Croatia were seen as most capable, while Baltic states, Romania, Bulgaria, Denmark, Portugal, Italy, and Ireland were deemed least prepared.
Jordan Bardella, leader of the far-right National Rally, stated that police raided contractors who had worked for him. This comes as Bardella is expected to be named the party's candidate for the 2027 presidential election.
Bulgaria, Romania, and Turkey are expanding their joint Black Sea mine countermeasure mission to include surveillance and reconnaissance aimed at protecting critical underwater infrastructure from deliberate attacks. Amendments to a memorandum of understanding were approved by the Bulgarian government.
Canada will compete in the Eurovision Song Contest in Bulgaria in 2027, following CBC/Radio-Canada's new EBU membership. This marks the first new non-European participant since Australia in 2015, with past Canadian involvement including Celine Dion representing Switzerland.
Chuyến bay LO155 của LOT Polish Airlines từ Ba Lan đi Israel đã phát nhầm mật mã "7500" báo hiệu có không tặc, khiến Israel, Thổ Nhĩ Kỳ và Bulgaria phải triển khai tiêm kích giám sát. Máy bay sau đó hạ cánh khẩn cấp tại Bulgaria.
A Tel Aviv-bound flight was mistakenly reported as hijacked due to a technical transponder error, prompting Israeli and Bulgarian jets to scramble. The aircraft was escorted to Bulgaria before continuing its journey after confirming no real threat.
L'Italvolley, con il ritorno di Daniele Lavia dopo l'infortunio, si prepara a sfidare la Bulgaria nella Pool 6 della Nations League. Il tecnico De Giorgi sottolinea la necessità di mantenere l'atteggiamento positivo della prima settimana e di affrontare la gara con spirito battagliero.
Bulgaria's Prime Minister Rumen Radev threatened to veto EU sanctions against Russian Patriarch Kirill and former Lukoil president Vagit Alekperov, citing economic concerns and historical ties, sparking backlash from opposition parties and raising questions about Bulgaria's foreign policy alignment.
La Bulgaria minaccia di porre il veto al 21° pacchetto di sanzioni UE contro la Russia se il Patriarca Kirill rimarrà nella lista. Il premier Radev ha dichiarato che la Bulgaria non ostacolerà le decisioni comuni sull'Ucraina e sosterrà il suo processo di adesione all'UE.
Bulgaria's government, led by PM Rumen Radev, opposes key measures in the EU's latest Russia sanctions package, citing concerns over energy stability and what it sees as symbolic or religiously persecutory actions, such as sanctioning Patriarch Kirill of the Russian Orthodox Church.
Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev stated that Bulgaria will not permit sanctions against Russia that would harm its economy. He also expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of EU sanctions and opposed measures targeting Patriarch Kirill.
Bulgarian Foreign Minister Velislava Petrova-Chamova stated that Bulgaria does not support certain measures in the EU's 21st anti-Russian sanctions package, particularly those concerning energy and Patriarch Kirill, citing economic damage to member states and potential counter-productivity.
Dobri Dobrev, known as 'Grandpa Dobri,' walked 20km daily from his village to Sofia, Bulgaria, collecting donations in a plastic cup. Despite his worn appearance, he gave away over $46,000 to orphanages and churches, becoming a beloved figure revered for his humility and generosity.
El ciclista noruego Erlend Blikra (Uno-X Mobility) reveló que compitió en diez etapas del Giro de Italia 2026 con tres fracturas lumbares y una costilla rota, sufridas en una caída en la primera etapa.
Bulgaria's Defense Minister announced a ban on direct state arms supplies to Ukraine, citing depleted stockpiles. However, the country's private arms industry can still export, raising questions about the policy's true intent. This move echoes past practices where indirect supplies continued despite public statements.
Polish publication Forsal reports that Bulgaria's decision to halt arms supplies to Ukraine will be a significant blow to Kyiv, as the Bulgarian arms industry was a cornerstone of its ammunition supply. The move is also expected to have political consequences.
Polish publication Forsal reports that Bulgaria's decision to halt arms supplies to Ukraine will be a serious logistical and political blow to Kyiv, given Sofia's significant contributions since the conflict began.
