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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Attention! Repairs on Trakia Motorway: Road restrictions until June 25
Repair works are being carried out on the Trakia Motorway in the Stara Zagora and Sliven regions until June 25. See the current sections with restricted traffic and detour routes.
Lightning set fire to a wheat field near Kalekovets, smoke reached Trakia Motorway
Lightning caused a fire in wheat fields near Kalekovets, farmers and machinery joined in the firefighting efforts, there is no danger to neighboring areas.
Bulgaria Nears Visa Waiver for the USA: What Is the Progress?
Minister of Foreign Affairs Velislava Petrova discussed with a US delegation the finalization of procedures for Bulgaria's inclusion in the Visa Waiver Program.
Mihaela Dotsova to North Macedonia: Attacks on Bulgarian diplomats are unacceptable
National Assembly Chair Mihaela Dotsova called for fair punishment following anti-Bulgarian incidents in Skopje and emphasized that the European consensus on North Macedonia is not open for negotiation.
Burgas International Film Festival 2026: The 11th edition arrives with hot premieres
From July 20 to 25, Burgas turns into a cinema capital. The 11th International Film Festival offers a selection of world premieres, meetings with creators, and new locations.
Extreme heatwave in Europe: Temperature records and red alerts
Europe is gripped by a dangerous heatwave with temperatures exceeding 40°C. France, Spain, the UK, and the Balkans are implementing emergency measures due to the intense heat.
151 reports of fires and incidents: Operational situation in Bulgaria over the last 24 hours
Over 150 incidents were handled by firefighters across the country in the last 24 hours. There are no reports of casualties during the containment of 94 fires.
New CEC composition takes office: Here are the names of the members
Vice President Iliana Iotova has signed the decree for the new composition of the Central Election Commission. See who leads the institution and who the new members are.
Film Scoring Summer Program 2026: Record with an Orchestra in Burgas
Registration is now open for the world's longest-running film scoring summer program. Compose and record your music with the European Recording Orchestra in Burgas.
"Metamorphosis": A new Bulgarian film, shot in Pomorie, tells truths about family
Filming has wrapped on the short film "Metamorphosis". A story about two brothers, shot in Pomorie with the support of the National Culture Fund. See the details about the film.
Inspection at Ofitserski Beach in Varna: Why is the water unsafe?
RIOSV-Varna has launched a large-scale inspection of Ofitserski Beach following reports of contaminated water. Experts are examining the Shokor Canal and the quality of the seawater.
Kalin Stoyanov refers the prosecution to an investigation against Ivan Demerdzhiev
MP Kalin Stoyanov submitted a report to the Prosecutor General requesting an investigation into pre-trial proceedings against Interior Minister Ivan Demerdzhiev.
Vasil Levski in Burgas: Campaign for the construction of a monument to the Apostle
The "Proud Bulgarians" Foundation is raising 240,000 euros for a new monument to Vasil Levski in Burgas. Learn how to support the patriotic cause and donate.
Pomorie becomes a center of arts: 12th edition of the "Ship of Arts"
The international children's festival "Ship of Arts" returns to Pomorie! See the full program, participants, and details for the event in June 2026.
Weather on June 23: a sunny and warm day, pleasant sea and good conditions for the beach
On "June 23" in Burgas and along the Black Sea coast, it will be mostly sunny and warm with a pleasant sea water temperature of around 22–23°C and mostly light winds. A true summer day is expected across the country with high daytime temperatures and localized afternoon showers in the interior.