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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Temporary restrictions on traffic on the Struma Motorway due to repair activities
During the next week, repair work will be carried out on various sections of the "Struma" motorway in the Sofia and Kyustendil regions. This will require temporary traffic restrictions, with drivers having to follow the road signs and drive at reduced speed.
Burgas security guards received first aid training for lifesaving
Security guards of establishments in Burgas have undergone specialized first aid training, organized by the Municipality of Burgas, the Association of Young Physicians, and the Regional Health Inspectorate. The aim is to prepare the security guards to respond adequately to incidents and save lives in critical situations.
Rescue operation for a burning car carrier in the Pacific Ocean
The car carrier Morning Midas, operated by Zodiac Maritime, has been abandoned and is on fire in the Pacific Ocean. Resolve Marine, the salvage company, has been appointed to respond to the incident, but it will take time for the tugboats to arrive. The ship's crew has been safely evacuated, but the fire continues to smolder in the cargo of 3,048 vehicles, including 70 electric and 861 hybrid cars.
The EU transport ministers are discussing road safety and cyber security measures.
The ministers of transport and communications of the EU held a meeting, at which they discussed legislative proposals to improve road safety and cyber security. Bulgaria highlighted the importance of road safety and called for a balanced approach to changes in the directive on the mass and dimensions of vehicles.
Students reflect on the values in life and reflect them in a digital book
Students of 51st Secondary School "Elisaveta Bagryana" in Sofia create a digital book in which they express their understanding of important human values such as honesty, compassion, justice and others. The book is implemented under the National Program of the Ministry of Education and encourages the creative and philosophical skills of the students.
The Road Infrastructure Agency is taking measures to improve safety on the main roads in Southern Bulgaria.
The Road Infrastructure Agency is undertaking a series of short-term activities to secure high-risk sections along the main roads in Southern Bulgaria. The measures include the installation of flexible barriers, the application of rumble strips, the placement of road signs, and the repair of the asphalt pavement. The planned activities will be completed by the end of June 2025.
Broken illegal tobacco processing factory near Plovdiv
Employees of the Fifth District Police Station in Plovdiv have dismantled an illegal tobacco processing workshop near the city. During the specialized operation, three men were detained and about 130 kilograms of finished product, as well as a large quantity of raw material, were seized.
Great Turnovo: A large-scale police operation checks over 400 vehicles and 460 drivers
Employees of the ODMVR - Veliko Tarnovo and GDNP carried out a two-day large-scale police operation, during which over 400 vehicles and over 460 citizens were checked. Despite the violations found, no drivers were found to have consumed alcohol, but a case of drug use was established.
Iran ordered materials from China for hundreds of ballistic missiles
In an effort to restore its military might and under the cover of nuclear negotiations, Iran has ordered from China thousands of tons of components with which it can produce up to 800 ballistic missiles. Some of the materials will likely be sent to pro-Iranian militias, including the Houthis in Yemen.
Border Police demonstrate the use of drones for guarding the maritime border
The General Directorate "Border Police" and the European Border and Coast Guard Agency - Frontex conducted a demonstration near Sozopol for tactical border surveillance with unmanned aerial vehicles. The aim of the pilot project is to evaluate the effectiveness of drones in improving security and response to illegal activities at the border.
Tripartite cooperation for the development of a key transport axis between Bulgaria, Greece and Romania
The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport Grozdan Karadjov participated in a meeting in Brussels, where joint road and rail projects connecting the Aegean Sea, the Black Sea and the Danube River were discussed. The goal is to sign a memorandum of cooperation between the three countries by the end of the year, in order to outline a roadmap and a clear plan for the implementation of specific projects.
Police operation uncovers large-scale production of counterfeit detergents in Ruse region
Employees of ODMVR - Ruse seized over 5,300 liters of counterfeit detergents and other goods in a specialized operation against crimes affecting intellectual property. The investigation is ongoing, with boxes containing imitations of world-famous brands such as "Persil", "Ariel" and "Lenor" discovered.
Forensic investigators uncovered a mobile drug laboratory in an apartment in Burgas.
Police operation in a residential building in Burgas led to the discovery of a mobile laboratory for the production of amphetamine. Three people have been detained for up to 24 hours, and during the search, 25 grams of methamphetamine and numerous precursors were seized.
New fire safety requirements for seasonal tourist facilities in Pomorie
The Regional Office of "Fire Safety and Civil Protection" in Pomorie informs the owners of accommodation facilities and catering establishments about new fire safety measures that will come into force on June 29, 2025. These include requirements for the maintenance of fire protection systems, capacity and evacuation restrictions, as well as rules for photovoltaic and solar installations.
A new section of the "Ruse - Veliko Tarnovo" motorway between Byala and Veliko Tarnovo is in the process of design and construction.
Offers are open for the design and construction of the third section of the "Ruse - Veliko Tarnovo" motorway between the cities of Byala and Veliko Tarnovo. The total length of the section is close to 60 km, divided into three sub-sections. The construction of this key infrastructure project is expected to be completed within 1770 calendar days.