Politics
News on Bulgaria’s domestic and foreign policy, political parties, institutions, elections, and legislative initiatives.
Rumen Radev: Bulgaria will not support sanctions against Russia that harm our economy
Prime Minister Rumen Radev stated that Bulgaria will approach new sanctions against Russia with caution in order to avoid a negative impact on the Bulgarian economy and energy sector.
Parliament introduces judicial oversight of 72-hour detention
The National Assembly adopted amendments to the Criminal Procedure Code introducing judicial oversight over prosecutorial detention and new guarantees for the rights of detained persons.
Dimitar Stoyanov at NATO meeting in Brussels: Bulgaria plans 5% defense spending by 2030.
Minister of Defense Dimitar Stoyanov participated in a NATO meeting in Brussels. The main topics included the Alliance's defense capabilities and the plan to increase Bulgarian defense spending to 5% of GDP.
Parliament begins election of an anti-corruption commission member and votes on budget amendments
The National Assembly is discussing procedural rules for the election of a member of the Anti-Corruption Commission and is voting in the second reading on the budget extension act.
Asen Vasilev on sanctions against Patriarch Kirill: He is a KGB agent
Deputy Prime Minister Asen Vasilev defended the imposition of sanctions against the Russian Patriarch Kirill, labeling him an operative of the Russian secret services, despite reservations from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Rositsa Kirova heads the National Assembly delegation to the Inter-Parliamentary Union
The National Assembly has elected the composition of its delegation to the Inter-Parliamentary Union. Rositsa Kirova is the new head, and Dimitar Petrov is her deputy.
The deadline for corrections to property declarations has expired, inspections and publication in the register begin
By June 15, the one-month period for corrections in the annual property and interest declarations submitted to the National Audit Office ended, and by August 15, they will be published in the public register.
MPs freeze their salaries: An end to automatic increases
The National Assembly voted unanimously to freeze MP salaries at March 2026 levels. Learn about the new rules and why automatic increases are being abolished.
GDBOP to block terrorist content: Parliament adopted amendments to the Ministry of Interior Act
Members of Parliament adopted amendments to the Ministry of Interior Act, granting the GDBOP the authority to remove terrorist content online. The new provisions strengthen border control and cooperation with the EU.
Council of Ministers discusses amendments to the Equality Act and new radars
The government is holding a meeting to vote on amendments to the Equality Act, staff appointments in the State Intelligence Agency, and funding for the 2026 elections.
Bulgaria in the EU: The 2028-2034 Budget and protecting our interests in Luxembourg
Deputy Minister Ivanka Tasheva participated in the General Affairs Council in Luxembourg. Topics discussed included the EU budget, competitiveness, and the protection of Bulgarians in the Republic of North Macedonia.
Peevski clears his "praetorians" from the top of DPS due to tension in the structures
DPS leader Delyan Peevski has carried out large-scale reshuffles in the Central Operational Bureau, removing his long-time close associates and replacing them with new faces against the backdrop of conflicts in party organizations in Kardzhali, Shumen, and Varna.
Bulgaria and Romania to establish a Black Sea Maritime Security Center
Bulgaria and Romania presented a joint concept for a Black Sea Maritime Security Center during the Foreign Affairs Council meeting in Luxembourg. The project is a key element of the EU strategy.
Excessive deficit procedure against Bulgaria: What does it mean for the budget?
The European Commission proposes launching an excessive deficit procedure against Bulgaria due to a budget deficit exceeding 3%. See what measures the Ministry of Finance is planning.
Iliyana Yotova interviewed candidates for the new CEC: What are their priorities?
President Iliyana Yotova interviewed 15 nominees for the Central Election Commission. The candidates focused on digitalization, the integrity of the vote, and trust in institutions.