News
Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
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.
Diplomatic Dilemma: When a 'Mistake' Isn't a Mistake and What Signals It Sends to NATO
Tensions rise between Poland and the US over Russian drones. Trump called the incident a 'mistake,' while Tusk dismissed it as a deliberate provocation. NATO is increasing its surveillance.
National Forum Gathers State and Local Authorities in Bulgaria
A national forum on the development of small settlements brought together representatives of state and local authorities to discuss future policies.
Transitional Housing from Burgas Wins Culinary Heritage Festival
Users of the social service "Transitional Housing" from Burgas triumphed at the 17th edition of the Culinary Heritage Festival, winning the grand prize.
Varna Mayor Blagomir Kotsev Remains in Custody, Arguments for Political Persecution Rejected
The Sofia City Court kept Varna Mayor Blagomir Kotsev in custody on corruption charges, rejecting claims of political motives.
Burgas is an educational hub with a record number of students
Burgas is starting the new school year with a record number of students, which confirms its status as an educational hub and is the result of large-scale investments.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Georgi Bardarov is the New Director of Sofia University's Burgas Branch
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Georgi Bardarov is taking charge of Sofia University's Burgas branch. He is an established lecturer and author of fiction books.
Sea Bed Cleanup in Burgas: Divers Submerge Near the Pier
A large-scale operation to clean the sea bed around the Pier is underway in Burgas. Volunteers and divers are joining forces to protect the marine environment.
Higher Education in Burgas: A Debate on the Future and Accreditation
Experts from the NAOA and the academic community discussed the future of higher education in Burgas, with a focus on a new methodology for accreditation.
Mysterious drone washes up on Burgas North Beach: What do we know so far?
A damaged drone washed ashore on Burgas North Beach. Authorities cordoned off the area, and the military seized it. The origin of the device remains a mystery.
Visa Waiver for the U.S.: The Government Promises It Within Its Term
Minister of Foreign Affairs Georg Georgiev stated that the elimination of the visa regime for the U.S. is a priority, which is aimed to be fulfilled by the end of their term.
Conference in Burgas: European Integration and Statistics
Burgas is hosting a two-day conference on regional cooperation and European integration, organized by the NSI and Eurostat.
Poland Closes Border with Belarus Due to Military Drills
Poland has closed all border crossings with Belarus in response to joint Russian-Belarusian military drills, increasing security.