Domestic policy
News on Bulgaria’s internal political processes — government, parties, legislation, institutions, and public debates.
Reform in the Ministry of Interior: Expert Call for Total Restructuring of the Police System
The former Minister of Internal Affairs, Prof. Veselin Vuchkov, launches sharp criticism towards the current structure of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, insisting on radical changes in the personnel composition and organizational architecture of the department.
“Mafia, resign!” — Hundreds of people blocked the Palace of Justice in Sofia
Hundreds of people blocked downtown Sofia after the controversial arrest of the Varna mayor, turning the protest into a mass demand for judicial reform and an end to political corruption.
Municipality of Pomorie is looking for a new director of a key directorate
The local administration of Pomorie announces a competition for filling a responsible managerial position in the field of construction and territorial development, with candidates required to meet strictly defined professional criteria.
Disciplinary proceedings against prosecutor Frantishek for unjustified detention
The Prosecutor's College of the Supreme Judicial Council imposed an administrative penalty on a magistrate from the Sofia City Prosecutor's Office following a scandalous case of unjustified request for detention of a television producer.
Modernization of Police Equipment: 13,400 Body Cameras to Improve Security
The Ministry of Internal Affairs is launching a large-scale initiative for technological modernization, planning to purchase 13,400 body cameras for police officers across the country.
Writer Karabashliev with sharp criticism of the judicial system
The well-known Bulgarian author Zakhari Karabashliev commented on the dramatic arrest of Varna's mayor Blagomir Kotsev, expressing deep concern about the growing authoritarian tendencies in the judicial system.
Forest officials on protest: Demands for decent pay and working conditions
Employees from state forestry and hunting farms organized a large-scale protest on the Trakia highway, demanding better pay and recognition of their hard work as a second-category profession.
Criminal Manifestations During a Protest in Sofia
Two incidents during a civil protest in the capital led to the detention of two men and the injury of three police officers, with the older detainee having a rich criminal profile.
Children learn safety and responsibility in an innovative police academy
The fifteenth edition of the Summer Children's Police Academy in Veliko Tarnovo brought together representatives from various institutions to familiarize young people with basic safety and prevention rules.
Modernization of DNA Laboratories Improves Forensic Analysis
The National Institute of Forensics has launched a large-scale project for technological modernization of DNA research, which aims to improve the quality and efficiency of expert analyses through the introduction of modern automated systems.
The police have launched a campaign for the safety of elderly citizens.
The Main Directorate "National Police" launches a National Campaign "Safety Without Age", aimed at increasing the legal culture and awareness of the elderly for protection against crimes against their person and property. The campaign includes meetings of police officers with the elderly in municipalities, community centers and pensioners' clubs, as well as with the management of social homes, to provide information on various types of fraud and theft and ways to protect against them.
The Minister of Internal Affairs Daniel Mitov: The trust of citizens is key to building a positive image of the Ministry of Internal Affairs
The Minister of Interior Daniel Mitov held a national meeting, where he emphasized the need to increase citizens' trust in the police. Key decisions include mandatory use of personal cameras by all police officers and specialized training in arrest techniques, de-escalation, and self-defense.
New fire station and police station in Simitli - a key step to improve security in the region
The Minister of Internal Affairs Daniel Mitov and Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov officially opened a newly built fire department base and police station in Simitli. The project, funded by the Municipality of Simitli, is part of the state's efforts to improve emergency response and enhance security in the region.
Drastic increase in seized drugs and exposed criminal groups in Sofia
According to official data, during the first five months of 2025, the General Directorate for Combating Organized Crime (GDCOC) has seized three times more drugs compared to the entire 2024. The number of uncovered organized crime groups involved in drug distribution in the capital has also increased significantly.
The police organized training to combat child crime.
The main directorate "National Police" conducted training for employees, focused on good practices for inter-institutional cooperation, work with unaccompanied foreign children, and the psychological aspects of aggressive behavior in children. The lecturers were experts from various institutions, including the Institute of Psychology - Ministry of Interior, the State Agency for Child Protection, and UNICEF.