New wave of bomb threats in Sofia: Ministry of Interior is working on the case

12.08.2026 | Bulgaria

Ministry of Interior officials are investigating reports of bomb threats at a number of institutions in the capital. The operation is being carried out according to protocol, and this incident is the latest in a series of threats across the country.

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Bomb threats at institutions in Sofia

This morning, numerous reports of bomb threats were received at various public buildings and institutions in the city of Sofia. The information was officially confirmed by the Ministry of Interior's press center.

Currently, Ministry of Interior teams are working according to the standard safety protocol, and no further details regarding the specific locations are being released at this time.

Chronology of the threats

This is not an isolated case, as in recent months Bulgaria has been the target of similar malicious acts:

More information is expected to be provided after the completion of the checks on all reported threats.