Bulgaria
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Supreme Administrative Court confirms ban on American mink breeding in Bulgaria
The Supreme Administrative Court has definitively banned the import and breeding of American mink in Bulgaria, confirming the order of the Ministry of Environment and Water from 2022.
Prime Minister Zhelyazkov honors young heroes from Sungurlare for fighting fires
Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov presented five young volunteers from Sungurlare to the cabinet for their assistance in extinguishing fires in the region.
130 residential buildings in Sofia to be renovated under EU Recovery and Resilience Plan
An ambitious energy efficiency project will transform 130 multi-family residential buildings in Sofia with funds from the EU Recovery and Resilience Plan by 2026.
Forest officials in crisis: Trade unions demand urgent measures and financial stability
The trade unions from CT "Podkrepa" are sounding the alarm about the difficult financial situation in the forestry sector, demanding an urgent meeting with the prime minister and presenting specific proposals to overcome the systemic crisis.
The government allocates 7,500 leva in aid for families affected by the fires
The Ministry of Labor and Social Policy is taking emergency measures to support affected households after the devastating fires with targeted financial support.
Large-scale renovation of parking lots in Sofia: CGM invests millions in urban environment
The Urban Mobility Center launched a large-scale program for renovating parking spaces in capital city districts, funded by revenues from vignette stickers.
Trade unions warn of a crisis in forestry: Urgent measures by October 2025
Leading Bulgarian trade union organizations are demanding an immediate meeting with the prime minister regarding financial and structural problems in state forestry enterprises.
Water Crisis in Bulgaria: Ministers with a Rescue Plan for Municipalities
The ministers of regional development and environment presented a large-scale strategy for water supply, infrastructure improvements, and addressing challenges in the water sector.
Border clash: Migrant attacks Bulgarian police officer near Zvezdets
A dramatic incident on the Bulgarian-Turkish border reveals tension surrounding illegal migration, in which a Moroccan migrant was injured after attempting to attack a border officer.
Student protests shake the parliament due to drastic reduction of fees
The National Assembly of Bulgaria undertakes radical changes in the Higher Education Act, which provide for a 40% reduction in fees, triggering massive student demonstrations in Sofia.
Extreme Temperatures in Bulgaria: How to Survive a 40-Degree Heat Wave
The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology has registered record temperatures in various Bulgarian cities, warning about health risks and recommending special precautionary measures during intense heat.
Revolutionary Changes in the Road Traffic Law: Stricter Fines and New Rules
The Parliament is about to vote finally on key amendments to traffic rules that introduce drastically higher sanctions for drivers and new restrictions for electric scooters.
The Water Sector in Bulgaria: Urgent Need for Strategic Transformation
Water sector experts outlined the critical need for coordinated actions and comprehensive reform in water resources management, emphasizing the importance of an integrated approach and European requirements.
Fire Drama on Trakia Highway: Two Fires Paralyzed Traffic near Sliven
A critical situation arose today on the Trakia highway, where two fires simultaneously broke out, threatening road infrastructure and agricultural land in the Sliven area.
Water deficit pushes residents of Aleksandrovo village towards a civil protest
In the village of Aleksandrovo in the Haskovo region, local residents are facing a critical shortage of drinking water, which has been ongoing for months. The community is ready to take decisive action, including blocking roads, to draw attention to the problem.