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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
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.
Burgas welcomed its candidacy for European Capital of Culture 2032 with a grand folklore festival
Over 900 dancers from across the country gathered in Burgas to present an impressive choreographic composition inspired by the city's candidacy for the European Capital of Culture 2032. The event was part of the tenth jubilee edition of the National Folklore Festival "Horo by the Azure Shore".
Pomoroe Municipality is participating in an international project to combat energy poverty in urban areas.
The Municipality of Pomorie is a partner in the project "Energy Poverty in Urban Areas" under the URBACT IV Programme, which aims to exchange experience between European cities to address the problem. The municipal team participates in working meetings in Belgium, where innovative approaches for assessing and supporting vulnerable groups, optimizing electricity bills, and developing an investment plan are presented.
Minister Mitov and the Deputy Director of the FBI discussed the new security challenges
The Minister of Internal Affairs Daniel Mitov and the Deputy Director of the FBI Daniel Bongino held a meeting, where they discussed the common challenges facing the Euro-Atlantic security system, stemming from the changed geopolitical situation. The conversation included topics such as cybersecurity, the fight against drug trafficking, and joint training.
The Titans' Battle: How Trump and Musk Can Harm Each Other
The tension between President Donald Trump and tech magnate Elon Musk is escalating, with the two potentially using various means to harm each other. Musk may direct his financial resources against Trump, embroil him in scandals, and use his companies to create inconveniences for the administration. In turn, Trump has levers of power that he can use to limit Musk's business ventures, initiate investigations against him, and revoke his access to classified information.
Repair activities on Hemus Motorway impose temporary traffic restrictions
Over the next week, repair work will be carried out on sections of the "Hemus" motorway in the Lovech region, requiring temporary traffic restrictions in the direction of Varna. The repairs include slope erosion and replacement of the asphalt pavement, and traffic will be diverted to alternative routes.
The elite counter-terrorism unit of Bulgaria marks 45 years since its establishment.
The Secretary General of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Miroslav Rashkov, congratulated the Directorate of Special Operations and Counterterrorism (DSOCT) on the occasion of the 45th anniversary of the first gathering of its personnel. He emphasized the difficult task of DSOCT to protect the security and lives of citizens by preventing and suppressing terrorist actions, freeing hostages, and neutralizing dangerous criminals.
Minister Mitov and Director Murphy discussed the strengthening of cooperation between the Ministry of Interior and the DEA in the fight against drug trafficking.
The Minister of Internal Affairs Daniel Mitov and the Acting Director of the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Robert Murphy held a meeting in Washington, where they discussed the intensification of joint efforts to counter the production and distribution of drugs, including the dangerous fentanyl. The two discussed opportunities for training Bulgarian officials and technical support for the police.
The deputy minister: The business will cope well with the introduction of the euro
Doncho Barbalov, Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry, assures that businesses will approach the transition to the euro responsibly. The government and regulators are working on various measures to ensure a smooth transition, including training of employees, price monitoring, and an automated system for submitting price information. The control will be mainly focused on large retailers to reduce the risk of errors, and on smaller settlements where the risk is higher.
A personal assistant of an elderly woman in a disadvantaged position was detained for fraud and theft.
Employees of the Sixth Regional Police Department in Sofia have detained a 51-year-old man who forced a 56-year-old woman in a disadvantaged position to transfer two of her apartments to him. The man also stole a large sum of money and jewelry from the woman. Thanks to the quick reaction of the police, the accused was unable to acquire other properties of the victim.
Temporary restrictions on traffic on the Struma Motorway due to repair activities
During the next week, repair work will be carried out on various sections of the "Struma" motorway in the Sofia and Kyustendil regions. This will require temporary traffic restrictions, with drivers having to follow the road signs and drive at reduced speed.
Burgas security guards received first aid training for lifesaving
Security guards of establishments in Burgas have undergone specialized first aid training, organized by the Municipality of Burgas, the Association of Young Physicians, and the Regional Health Inspectorate. The aim is to prepare the security guards to respond adequately to incidents and save lives in critical situations.
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.
The EU transport ministers are discussing road safety and cyber security measures.
The ministers of transport and communications of the EU held a meeting, at which they discussed legislative proposals to improve road safety and cyber security. Bulgaria highlighted the importance of road safety and called for a balanced approach to changes in the directive on the mass and dimensions of vehicles.
Students reflect on the values in life and reflect them in a digital book
Students of 51st Secondary School "Elisaveta Bagryana" in Sofia create a digital book in which they express their understanding of important human values such as honesty, compassion, justice and others. The book is implemented under the National Program of the Ministry of Education and encourages the creative and philosophical skills of the students.