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Clash at the White House: Musk "hits" the US Treasury Secretary - who hits back
According to a report in The Washington Post, businessman Elon Musk and Finance Minister Scott Burnsed were involved in a heated physical altercation following a dispute over the appointment of a new head of the Internal Revenue Service. The incident is the latest in the strained relations between Musk and the Trump administration.
Iran claims to have acquired massive amounts of data on the Israeli nuclear program.
According to Iranian and pro-Iranian media, Iranian intelligence has obtained numerous secret documents related to the Israeli nuclear program. It is claimed that the documents were acquired through a secret operation in Israel and are now about to be revealed.
Rescue operation for a burning car carrier in the Pacific Ocean
The car carrier Morning Midas, operated by Zodiac Maritime, has been abandoned and is on fire in the Pacific Ocean. Resolve Marine, the salvage company, has been appointed to respond to the incident, but it will take time for the tugboats to arrive. The ship's crew has been safely evacuated, but the fire continues to smolder in the cargo of 3,048 vehicles, including 70 electric and 861 hybrid cars.
Iran ordered materials from China for hundreds of ballistic missiles
In an effort to restore its military might and under the cover of nuclear negotiations, Iran has ordered from China thousands of tons of components with which it can produce up to 800 ballistic missiles. Some of the materials will likely be sent to pro-Iranian militias, including the Houthis in Yemen.
Palestinian activists with anti-Semitic outbursts participate in a "humanitarian" convoy to Gaza.
A group of 12 activists, including Greta Thunberg, are preparing to set sail on the ship "Madeleine" to Gaza. Behind the facade of humanitarian aid, some of them openly praise terrorists, deny the Holocaust, and spread anti-Semitism.
Former Polish President Lech Walesa criticized the election of a conservative Ukrainophobe as head of state.
The legendary leader of "Solidarity", Lech Walesa, made a scathing statement after the victory of conservative Andrzej Duda in the Polish presidential election. Walesa stated that democracy in the country has fallen and that the new president is a "pimp, hooligan, fraud, liar and drug addict", supported by the Catholic Church. He is withdrawing from political life and choosing "internal emigration".
The Bulgarian Deputy Minister participated in a key international meeting to combat antisemitism.
A senior Bulgarian diplomat participated in ministerial-level discussions in Israel, dedicated to contemporary challenges and the need for united efforts to counter antisemitism and hate speech. The forum brought together representatives of the 35 member states and observers of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance.
Susan Fallatko, the Chargé d'Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria, is handing over the post to Martin Mcdowell.
Susan Falatko, the Chargé d'Affaires of the US Embassy in Bulgaria, is leaving the country after the expiration of her term. She notes the achievements in the cooperation between the two countries in the field of security, law enforcement, and energy. The new Interim Chargé d'Affaires will be Martin Macdowell, an experienced diplomat with an extensive career at the US State Department.
The Bulgarian Prime Minister and the Ukrainian President discussed key priorities for achieving lasting peace.
The Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov met with the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss efforts to establish a just and lasting peace in Ukraine. Their conversation addressed issues related to Europe's security, the continent's military potential, and progress in the peace negotiations.
Russian hackers attack companies in Bulgaria and Romania that supply military equipment to Ukraine
The cybersecurity company ESET's report reveals that the Russian hacker group Fancy Bear (APT28) has conducted a cyber espionage campaign targeting government and military organizations in Eastern Europe, including Bulgaria and Romania. The hackers have stolen sensitive information by exploiting vulnerabilities in webmail platforms.
Austria Wins Eurovision 2025: Operatic Pop Triumph and Fierce Competition
Johannes Pitch, performing as JJ, secured Austria's third Eurovision victory with his powerful ballad "Wasted Love." The show, held in Basel, Switzerland, saw fierce rivalry until the final vote
Bulgarians Jailed in London for Espionage on Behalf of Russia
UK court sentences group of Bulgarians to 5–11 years for spying, planning operations, and aiding Russian intelligence
Europe Launches the World’s First Liquefied CO₂ Tanker
A historic milestone for climate innovation: the Netherlands has launched the first-ever tanker built for transporting liquefied carbon dioxide for long-term storage beneath the North Sea.