News
Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Large Forest Fire in Sakar: 1000 Decares Engulfed in Flames
A huge forest fire is raging in the Sakar region, engulfing 1000 decares between the villages of Mladinovo, Lisovo, and Kostur.
Rheinmetall: Government Hopes for New Investments After Launch
The government is negotiating with the German giant Rheinmetall for two new factories in Bulgaria, hoping for a future expansion of investments.
Bulgaria and Montenegro Deepen Cooperation in Key Sectors
Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov is on a two-day visit to Montenegro for high-level meetings and the signing of cooperation documents.
Restrictions for heavy trucks on motorways due to traffic
The Road Infrastructure Agency (API) introduced temporary restrictions for trucks over 12 tons on the main motorways "Trakia", "Hemus", and "Struma" in the direction of Sofia to ease traffic.
NATO and Bulgaria conduct BULGARIA 2025 crisis response exercise
Bulgaria and NATO are conducting the large-scale BULGARIA 2025 emergency management exercise with the participation of over 1200 experts from 40 countries.
Fire in Varna: Pine forest on fire in the Dzhanavara area
A large fire has engulfed a pine forest in the Dzhanavara area near the Asparuhovo neighborhood in Varna. Four firefighting teams have been dispatched to the scene.
Stefan Valdobrev Records Music at the Ancient Sanctuary Begliktash
Stefan Valdobrev's music project "The Acoustics of Bulgaria" continues with a new song recorded at the ancient Thracian sanctuary Begliktash.
Bulgaria Affirms Its Role in NATO as a Pillar of the Eastern Flank
Bulgaria is a key pillar of NATO in the Black Sea region. The country is increasing defense spending and modernizing its army.
Bulgaria and Greece Strengthen Cooperation for Growth and Life
Bulgaria and Greece are strengthening their cooperation, focused on road infrastructure, economic growth, and cross-border projects.
Missing Romanian tourist found unharmed near Primorsko
After a large-scale operation, police found an unharmed missing Romanian tourist with special needs who had been missing since September 1st.
Fire in Rila National Park - fighting the blaze
A fire in Rila National Park continues, with 70 people fighting the flames. The terrain is rocky and difficult to access.
Bulgaria on the Home Stretch to the Eurozone: A National Campaign
A national campaign for the euro has started, which will cover the entire country. The goal is to explain the details surrounding the transition to the single currency.
Tragic Day: One Dead and 23 Injured in 18 Serious Accidents
The Ministry of Internal Affairs reports a tragic day on the roads with one person killed and 23 injured in 18 serious accidents across the country. The statistics since the beginning of the year show 295 casualties.
Average Speed Cameras: Nearly 900 Violators in a Single Day
The new average speed detection system on the roads caught 900 violators on its first day. Among them is a driver who was recorded at 222 km/h.
New rules under the Road Traffic Act have come into force
Key amendments to the Road Traffic Act have come into force. They increase safety for all traffic participants.