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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Drunk and drugged drivers on the roads in Varna: Three arrested within 24 hours
A large-scale police operation in Varna led to the arrest of three drivers for operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol and drugs. See the details of these shocking cases.
Rumen Radev: An end to the political crisis and a focus on prices and reforms
Prime ministerial candidate Rumen Radev called for a constructive dialogue in the National Assembly and announced his priorities: controlling prices and judicial reform following the end of the political crisis.
Serious accident near Karnobat: 19-year-old driver on amphetamines
A 19-year-old driver, testing positive for amphetamines, caused a serious accident near Karnobat. A 16-year-old is in life-threatening condition following a collision with a guardrail.
Bozhidar Bojanov: DB will be a strong opposition to the government
"Democratic Bulgaria" will not support the draft cabinet, but will be a constructive opposition, fighting against the model of a captured state and corruption.
Ivaylo Mirchev and DB express doubts: Is there influence of economic circles on the cabinet?
DB co-chairs Ivaylo Mirchev and Bozhidar Bozhanov comment on the composition of the caretaker cabinet, the role of ITN, and the necessity for a parliamentary committee regarding Delyan Peevski.
St. Anastasia Island welcomes the Giro d'Italia: Burgas makes history
St. Anastasia Island is being transformed in the spirit of the Giro d'Italia. Temporary drone bans have been introduced in Burgas for May 8 and 9 due to the event.
Attention: Pomorie-Burgas road to be closed on May 8 for Giro d’Italia
On May 8, the I-9 road between Pomorie and Burgas will be closed in stages due to the Giro d’Italia cycling race. See the restriction times and alternatives.
Rumen Radev's Government: Progressive Bulgaria votes on a new cabinet today
Parliament is voting today on Rumen Radev's draft cabinet. The structure provides for 4 deputy prime ministers and the optimization of ministries. Will Progressive Bulgaria gather enough support?
First mandate: Rumen Radev presented a cabinet for "Progressive Bulgaria"
Vice President Iliana Iotova handed the first mandate to "Progressive Bulgaria". Rumen Radev announced the composition of the proposed cabinet, which aims for stability and an exit from the political crisis.
Pomorie Municipality invites the tourism industry to a meeting for the 2026 summer season
Mayor Ivan Aleksiev is convening an expanded meeting of the Tourism Advisory Council. The discussion will focus on preparations and key priorities for a successful start to Summer 2026 in Pomorie.
Bulgaria joins the European Stability Mechanism
The caretaker government is submitting the ESM treaty for ratification. The cabinet is allocating 22 million euros for kindergartens in Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, and Burgas.
Special operation in Varna: Elite units rescued 30 hostages during large-scale exercise
See how the Ministry of Interior, the Navy, and the Military Police conducted a spectacular exercise in Varna. Special forces stormed the Sea Station to rescue 30 hostages from terrorists.
Attention! Complete ban on drones in Burgas due to Giro D'Italia 2026
The Municipality of Burgas is introducing a temporary ban on drone flights on May 8th and 9th. The restriction is imposed for security reasons during the Giro D'Italia cycling race.
Attention: Temporary difficulties in purchasing route passes on May 14
On May 14, between 3:00 PM and 9:00 PM, the National Toll Directorate will be performing a system update. The purchase of route passes may be difficult.
Fiscal reserve and deficit: Is there a risk to public finances by the end of the year?
Caretaker Finance Minister Georgi Klisurski reassured that the 6.8 billion euros available in the fiscal reserve are sufficient to cover all expenses until a regular budget is adopted.