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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
The police in Sozopol seized 89 bottles of "laughing gas" from a car and a private residence.
Officers from the Regional Police Department in Sozopol have confiscated a total of 89 bottles containing nitrous oxide from a passenger car and a private residence in the city. This is part of ongoing inspections for illegal sale and use of "laughing gas" in the resort areas along the Southern Black Sea coast.
The Deputy Prime Minister Karadjov imposes severe measures against the ground operator "Swissport Bulgaria" after another incident at Sofia Airport.
Due to the blockage of nearly 300 passengers at Sofia Airport, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport Grozdan Karadjov announced that the license of "Swissport Bulgaria" will be temporarily revoked. He will also make serious structural changes to the General Directorate of Civil Aviation Administration, which is responsible for the effective control over ground operators.
Russia and the United States postpone another meeting to normalize diplomatic relations
Russia and the United States failed to reach an agreement on the location of the next round of negotiations to normalize diplomatic relations. According to the assistant to the Russian president Yuri Ushakov, Russia proposed Moscow as the venue for the meeting, but the United States did not accept this proposal. Ushakov stated that "perhaps something else," but "above all a matter of geography" is the reason for the postponement of the meeting.
Experts are checking the water levels of the Tundzha River in the Yambol region after a signal of shortage.
Experts from the East Aegean River Basin Directorate and "Irrigation Systems" EAD conducted a joint inspection on a signal from the mayor of Yambol for low water levels in the Tundzha River. The inspection found that the river's outflow is within normal limits and no violations were found.
Dynamic situation in the Middle East - The Ministry of Foreign Affairs proposes alternative routes for leaving Israel
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria recommends its citizens in Israel and neighboring countries to contact consular services for assistance with evacuation. The airspace of Iran and Israel is closed, but there are opportunities to leave through the land borders with Armenia, Turkey, Azerbaijan and Egypt. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is monitoring the dynamic situation and providing up-to-date information on safe routes.
Military strikes against Iran: Bulgaria calls for a diplomatic solution
Bulgaria is closely monitoring the development of the situation in the Middle East after the military actions against Iran's nuclear facilities. The country emphasizes the need to preserve regional and global stability and calls for de-escalation and diplomatic efforts to avoid further deterioration of the situation.
International organizations are uniting efforts to improve healthcare for Ukrainian refugees in Bulgaria.
The Ministry of Health in Bulgaria is partnering with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the World Health Organization (WHO) within the framework of the European program "EU4Health". The goal is to provide better access to health services for Ukrainian refugees residing in the country, through the training of mediators, the creation of communication networks, and special programs for immunization and prevention.
Over 205,000 Ukrainian refugees still under temporary protection in Bulgaria
According to the latest UNHCR report, from the beginning of the conflict in Ukraine in 2022 until June 2025, over 205,000 people have been registered and received temporary protection in Bulgaria. The agency emphasizes the need to expand integration programs, especially in smaller municipalities, and to prioritize attention to women and children.
The border police assisted the airport operator in an incident with blocked passengers.
On June 20, an incident occurred at "Vasil Levski" Airport, where passengers were unable to leave the plane and reach the border control area. The Border Police assisted the ground operator responsible for the service of Terminal 2 in order to open the doors and release the passengers.
A police raid uncovers an illegal tobacco factory near Sofia.
Employees of the Economic Police at the SDVR uncovered an illegal tobacco production facility in a house in a forested area near the capital. Over 200 kilograms of tobacco were seized, and three people were detained for up to 24 hours.
American missile strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities – escalation of tensions in the Persian Gulf
The President of the United States, Donald Trump, announced successful missile strikes against three key Iranian nuclear facilities - Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. Iran denied serious damage, but the international community has expressed concerns about a new escalation of tensions in the region.
The Bulgarian Minister of Agriculture participated in key debates on the reform of the CAP in Luxembourg.
Dr. Georgi Takhov, the Minister of Agriculture and Food, will participate in a meeting of the EU Council of Agriculture and Fisheries on June 23-24, 2025 in Luxembourg. The main focus of the discussions will be the legislative proposal for simplifying the implementation of the Common Agricultural Policy, as well as current issues related to trade in the agricultural sector.
A colorful folk kaleidoscope of the Pomorie coast
The annual folklore festival "Horo by the Pomorie coast" gathered over 800 participants from 29 clubs in the country, who presented the authentic and valuable Bulgarian folklore. Organized by the Dance Club "Chaika", the festival is held under the patronage of the Mayor of Pomorie, Ivan Alexiev.
The Consumer Protection Commission supports more transparent pricing
The chairman of the Consumer Protection Commission expressed support for the trade union leader's proposal for greater transparency of final prices through the labeling of different price components. The Commission believes that this will give consumers a clearer understanding of how prices are formed and will contribute to greater confidence in commercial practices.
Bulgarians are called upon to avoid traveling to the Middle East due to the deteriorating security situation.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs warns Bulgarian citizens to refrain from non-essential travel to the Middle East countries, due to the rapidly deteriorating security situation in the region. It is recommended that our compatriots who are already there consider leaving, unless their stay is of absolute necessity.