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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Fire near Rila Monastery - Fighting the Flames
A large fire is raging near the Rila Monastery, covering about 900 hectares. Firefighters are battling the flames on their professional holiday. The situation is serious, but they hope to contain the spread.
Air Space Defence: Bulgaria Strengthens Measures
Prime Minister Zhelyazkov announced strengthened measures to protect Bulgaria_q_s airspace, particularly in the northeastern part of the country, in the context of increased regional tension and potential provocations. Bulgaria guarantees the security of civil aviation and is ready for an adequate response.
Road Accidents in Bulgaria: 1 Dead, 18 Injured
Seventeen serious road accidents were registered in Bulgaria in the last 24 hours, resulting in one fatality and 18 injuries. Since the beginning of the year, there have been 4784 serious accidents with 303 deaths and 5999 injuries. Urgent improvement of road safety is necessary.
New Chickenpox Vaccine in the Calendar by 2026
Minister Kirilov announced a goal of mandatory chickenpox vaccination by 2026. Vaccination will be carried out in two doses, and electronic health cards will facilitate the process. This is a significant step for public health.
Europe Motorway: Officially Opened!
The 63-kilometer Europe Motorway, connecting Kalotina with the Hemus and Trakia motorways, has been officially opened. The project alleviates traffic and is an important step in the modernization of Bulgaria's road infrastructure.
Attack on Ambulances near Burgas: Injured Drivers
Two ambulance drivers were slightly injured in an attack near the Burgas University Hospital. A man, intoxicated, attacked the ambulances with a gun and a metal pipe. An investigation is underway.
Weather Forecast: Sunny with Expected Rain
Today the weather will be mostly sunny, with expected rain in Western Bulgaria in the evening. Temperatures will be between 26 and 31 degrees. Along the Black Sea coast it will be sunny, with water temperature 24-25 degrees.
Forest fire in Topolovgrad: State of emergency, 2500 decares affected
A partial state of emergency has been declared in the municipality of Topolovgrad due to a large forest fire that has affected 2500 decares. Teams are battling the fire.
Cold Front Brings Change: Sharp Cooling and Precipitation in Bulgaria
A cold atmospheric front will bring cooling and short-lived, but intense precipitation across all of Bulgaria. The wind will intensify, and temperatures will drop.
Malko Tarnovo and Strandzha: a new tourism strategy for the Southern Black Sea Coast
Malko Tarnovo and Strandzha are becoming part of a common tourism strategy for the Southern Black Sea Coast. The goal is to combine seaside and mountain tourism.
Manfred Weber: EPP will stop the ban on ICE cars in the EU
EPP leader Manfred Weber announced his intention to stop the ban on new internal combustion engine (ICE) cars in the EU, which will spark a serious political debate.
Presidential initiative "Support a dream" opens new applications
The presidential administration has announced the start of a new round of applications for scholarships for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds as part of the "Support a dream" initiative.
Bulgarian Air Force Mourns Pilots Petko Dimitrov and Ventsislav Dunkin
The Bulgarian Air Force expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of Lieutenant Colonel Petko Dimitrov and Captain Ventsislav Dunkin during a training flight.
Over 90 Fires in a 24-Hour Period, Three Injured
Firefighters in Bulgaria extinguished over 90 fires in a single 24-hour period, in which three people were injured. They also conducted 33 rescue operations.
Arrest in Burgas: Man attacks Emergency services with a weapon over a traffic jam
On September 12, 2025, in Burgas, a man attacked two emergency medical teams. The aggressor, who was likely drunk, threatened people with a weapon, caused damage, and injured people.