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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Burgas Police Report More Solved Crimes, Including Thefts and Drug Cases
Regional Police of Burgas registered "eight thefts, one other criminal offense and one road accident." Among the 19 solved crimes are cases of drugs, thefts, and incidents.
Dangerous Heat in 13 Regions: NIMH Warns of Critical Temperatures
The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology has announced a yellow code for extreme temperatures in 13 Bulgarian regions, with expectations of sunny weather and possible short-term thunderstorms in the mountains.
Large-scale operation in Sofia investigating corruption in arms trade
NIS investigators are conducting searches in response to a request from Ukraine investigating corruption in arms trade at inflated prices. The operation is international.
CAR discusses reforms in local self-government and administration
The Council for Administrative Reform held a meeting where key issues of local self-government and administrative reform in Bulgaria were discussed.
Theft in Old Sozopol: Two Women Detained, Money Returned
On 11.08, around 12:30, a 64-year-old Czech tourist reported a stolen wallet in the Old Town; a 20-year-old woman from Bulgarovo and a 40-year-old woman from Kameno have been detained.
Large-scale environmental operation along the Northern Black Sea coast: Fines and checks against violators
The Ministry of Environment and Water conducted a large-scale operation along the Black Sea coast, during which over 100 sanctions were imposed for improper parking and environmental violations.
Driver in Aytos Stopped After Methamphetamine, Detained
Police in Aytos checked an 'Opel Zafira' with Burgas registration on August 11. A 30-year-old local resident was driving under the influence of drugs, refused tests, was detained for 24 hours, and the car was seized.
Critical situation: Over 100 people are fighting a fire in the area of Sandanski and Ilindentsi
A large-scale operation to extinguish a forest fire in the Sandanski municipality with the participation of forestry officials, firefighters, and military personnel. The fire centers are being carefully localized and controlled.
Burgas on the front line: Free breast cancer screenings with the mission "Pass it on"
National health campaign launches a large-scale initiative in Burgas with three medical centers offering free preventive examinations for women and symbolic lighting of the city bridge in pink.
Bulgarian Armed Forces in the Fight Against Forest Fires in the Country
Bulgarian armed forces have been mobilized to combat forest fires in Pirin and Sungurlare. Specialized machinery and aircraft are being used.
Two Men from Kardzhali Detained with Drugs in Kosharitsa
ODMIR-Burgas detained two individuals (21 and 24 years old) from Kardzhali in Kosharitsa; seized ~10g of ecstasy, ~140g of amphetamine, ~2000 lv, a scale and documents. The case is with RU-Nessebar.
Fire near Skala Village Localized, No Danger to People
The fire front is over 10 km, with over 16,000 decares burned. 50 people were evacuated and have returned home. No danger to the village.
Attention: Temporary Changes on "Struma" Highway at "Bineka" Interchange
Drivers must be extremely careful when passing through km 59 of Struma Highway, where road infrastructure renovation activities are ongoing.
Temporary restrictions in the "Golemo Buchino" tunnel on the Struma Motorway during August
Road Infrastructure Agency informs drivers about planned night activities for cleaning and painting of a tunnel tube, which will affect traffic towards Kulata.
Temporary Movement in Shiroka Laka: Special Dawn-Check on August 14th
A road section in the village of Shiroka Laka will be partially closed to traffic on the evening of August 14th due to a ceremonial event related to commemorating fallen soldiers.