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PACE to end monitoring of Bulgaria, recognizes it as stable
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) will end its monitoring of Bulgaria, in recognition of its stability and democratic reforms.
Protests in Ruse and Sofia after the beating of the Ministry of Interior's director
The case of the beating of the Ministry of Interior's director in Ruse has escalated with protests in the city and Sofia, demanding resignations and the release of those arrested. The Ministry of Interior's union has raised questions about the authenticity of the circulated recordings.
Summer Storm in Bulgaria: A Sharp Change in Weather Is Expected
The heatwave in Bulgaria is giving way to a summer storm with heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. Temperatures will drop, and hailstorms are expected.
MPs rejected a request for a hearing of Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov
The National Assembly rejected the request of PP-DB for a hearing of Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov regarding an incident with the director of the Regional Directorate of the Ministry of Interior in Ruse.
Border Crossings: Normal Traffic, but with Problems at the Romania and Greece Borders
Traffic at Bulgaria's borders is normal, but there are difficulties at the Romania and Greece borders due to low water levels in the Danube and ongoing repairs.
Bulgaria and Montenegro Deepen Cooperation in Key Sectors
Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov is on a two-day visit to Montenegro for high-level meetings and the signing of cooperation documents.
The Unification of Bulgaria: Prime Minister Zhelyazkov on the Strong Will of the People
On the occasion of the 140th anniversary of the Unification of Bulgaria, Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov emphasized that unity is the path to prosperity.
Bulgaria strengthens border control with new sensor system
Bulgaria is launching a new sensor system in Kraynovo to monitor the border with Turkey. It is part of a 170 million BGN project funded by the European Commission.
Weather Forecast: Sunny and Warm with Temperatures up to 33°
The weather forecast for Bulgaria predicts sunny and warm weather with temperatures between 28° and 33° in most regions.
Radev on the GPS Incident: "Fabricated Scandal" and a Call for Water
President Rumen Radev called the GPS incident on Ursula von der Leyen's plane a "fabricated scandal" while in Pleven, where he was discussing the water crisis.
EU Constitutional Judges Gather in Sofia for Conference
Sofia is hosting an international conference that brings together constitutional judges from 21 EU countries to discuss the role of constitutional justice.
Trust in the EU: Bulgarians are more optimistic, yet also more pessimistic
According to the _Eurobarometer_, Bulgarians have more trust in the future of the EU, but are pessimistic about their own country.
Government Distances Itself from Ministers' Visit to China
Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov stated that the visit of Deputy Prime Minister Zafirov and Minister Ivanov to China is "a purely party initiative".
Weather forecast: New heat wave with temperatures up to 35°
The forecast indicates a new heat wave in Bulgaria, with temperatures up to 35°. Sunny weather is expected, with only temporary increases in cloudiness.
Earthquake with a magnitude of 3.2 hit Sliven and Yambol
An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.2 on the Richter scale shook the areas of Sliven and Yambol. There is no information about serious damage, but the tremor caused alarm.