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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Joining Bulgaria to the Eurozone - Key to better economic prosperity
The Minister of Economy and Industry, Petar Dilov, states that the adoption of the euro will have a positive impact on the living standard of the people, the business environment, and investments in Bulgaria. He emphasizes that all sectors will benefit from this, and the purchasing power of Bulgarians will increase.
Minister Mitov discussed with US officials the progress of Bulgaria towards a visa-free regime with the USA.
Minister of Interior Daniel Mitov held meetings with representatives of the US Department of Homeland Security and the US Bureau of Diplomatic Security. The main topic of the discussions was the progress of Bulgaria towards inclusion in the US Visa Waiver Program, as well as cooperation on security issues and the fight against human trafficking and illegal migration.
Smooth transition to the euro: How Bulgaria is preparing for the adoption of the single currency
Bulgaria will officially join the eurozone on January 1, 2026, after being approved by the European Commission and the European Central Bank. Despite concerns of some in society about possible price increases, analysis shows that the country is economically stable and well-prepared for a smooth transition to the euro.
Triple alliance for the protection of consumers and businesses with the introduction of the euro in Bulgaria
The National Revenue Agency (NRA), the Commission for Protection of Competition (CPC) and the Commission for Consumer Protection (CCP) signed an agreement for enhanced cooperation and coordination in order to prevent unjustified price increases during the transition to the euro. The institutions are joining efforts to monitor key commodity groups and impose strict sanctions against abuses.
Shocking conditions revealed for elderly people in illegal nursing homes in Stara Zagora
State officials have evacuated over 70 elderly people from two illegal facilities in the village of Yagoda, Stara Zagora region, where appalling conditions were discovered. The elderly were held against their will, drugged, and deprived of personal documents and phones, paying 1,000 leva monthly for their accommodation. Five people connected to the case have been detained, and pre-trial proceedings are underway in the prosecutor's office.
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.