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Deputy PM Zafirov: Archives Do Not Just Preserve Documents, They Preserve Our Identity
Speaking at an event marking International Archives Day on Monday, Deputy Prime Minister Atanas Zafirov said that “archives do not just preserve documents, they preserve our identity, the past that shapes us as a nation, and the stories that remind us who we are.”
Delivery of New 320 SUVs for Bulgarian Army Expected by Year's End - Chief of Defence
Admiral Eftimov was speaking at a news briefing after the end of the large-scale exercise Balkan Sentinel at the Koren military training ground near Haskovo.
Police Discover Drug Greenhouse near Varna
During a specialized police operation conducted by officers of the Devnya Regional Office, a British citizen with permanent residence status in Bulgaria, known to the police, was detained in a house in the village of Padina, the Regional Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs in Varna said.
Bulgaria Nears Inclusion in US Visa Waiver Program, Says Interior Minister
Daniel Mitov is on a working visit to the US, accompanied by top officials from the National Police, General Directorate for Combating Organized Crime, and Border Police.
Economy


One-day Employment Contracts to Be Simplified and Digitalized, Says Labour Minister Gutsanov
Timber Harvesting in Bulgaria Is Technologically Outdated by 100 Years - Branch Organization
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Continue the Change: Government Quietly Preparing 5%–6% Electricity Price Hike Despite Assurances to Contrary
The ruling coalition is preparing to raise electricity prices despite assurances that there will be no changes for consumers, according to a statement from “Continue the Change” (CC) sent to the media.
Vazrazhdane Chair Kostadinov Urges EU Leaders to Block Bulgaria’s Eurozone Accession
In a Bulgarian National Television interview on Saturday, Vazrazhdane party leader Kostadin Kostadinov said that he has sent letters to all presidents and prime ministers of European Union member states, urging them to prevent Bulgaria from joining the eurozone.
Minister Gutsanov Meets with ILO Director-General Gilbert Houngbo in Geneva
Labour and Social Policy Minister Borislav Gutsanov invited Gilbert Houngbo – Director-General of the International Labour Organization (ILO) – to visit Bulgaria.
Culture


Patriarch Daniil Leads Pentecost Service at Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Calls for Unity
Two Romanian Directors Featured at the Varna Summer International Theatre Festival
Gábor Tompa directs As You Like It with the Varna Drama Theatre — a modern Shakespearean staging that explores contemporary political and emotional themes through the lens of love and theatre.
“The Little Prince” Featured at the Varna Summer International Theatre Festival
The Little Prince by the Nikolay Binev Youth Theatre will be performed as part of the parallel program of the Varna Summer International Theatre Festival. The dramatization of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s novel was created by director Veselka Kuncheva and Polina Hristova and includes elements from another of the author’s works — Wind, Sand and Stars. Scenography, puppets, and costumes are by Marieta Golomehova, a frequent collaborator of Kuncheva. The music was composed by Milen Apostolov, and the choreography is by Yavor Kunchev. The performance also celebrates the 80th anniversary of the Youth Theatre.
Parliament Chair Kiselova Opens 25th Willow Whistle Plays National Children's Folklore Festival
Among the official guests were Deputy Prime Minister Atanas Zafirov, MEP Kristian Vigenin, members of parliament, local authorities, and guests from North Macedonia. The jury is chaired by folk singer Kalinka Zgurova.
93 Foreign Students Enrolled at Agricultural University – Plovdiv, 41 of Them from EU Countries
A total of 93 foreign students are currently enrolled at the Agricultural University – Plovdiv, with 41 coming from European Union Member States, the University’s press office told BTA. The total includes bachelor’s, master’s, and students enrolled in a 10-month preparatory Bulgarian language course for the academic year 2024–2025.
Balkans
Nearly 20,000 Prisoners in Turkiye to Be Released under Amnesty
Since Wednesday evening, crowds have gathered outside prisons across Turkiye, awaiting the release of their relatives following the approval of the 10th Judicial Reform Package by the Grand National Assembly of Turkiye. The legislation, which
Bulgaria's Parliament Ratifies Agreements on Implementation of Cross-Border Cooperation Programmes with Serbia, Turkiye
Bulgaria’s Parliament Thursday ratified an agreement on the implementation of Interreg VI-A IPA Bulgaria-Serbia 2021-2027, a cross-border cooperation programme with a total budget of EUR 38 million.
EU Designates Controversial Lithium Mining Project in Serbia as Strategic
The Jadar project in western Serbia for mining of lithium by the multinational Rio Tinto has been included in a European Union’s list of strategic projects for mining raw materials in third countries, Serbian media report. "These strategic projects
"Europe on Balkans: Cohesion Skills" in Kazanlak BTA’s “Europe on Balkans” Project Encourages Young People to Build Future-Ready Skills - BTA Deputy Director General
Through initiatives like BTA's project “Europe on Balkans: Cohesion Skills", young people are given the opportunity to reflect on the skills they need to stay competitive in the future - both individually and as a society, said BTA Deputy Director