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Protests Erupt as Russian Ambassador to Bulgaria Forced to Flee Gallery

Eleonora Mitrofanova, the Russian ambassador to Bulgaria, was chased out of the National Gallery Kvadrat 500 in Sofia during a protest on Thursday evening....

Bulgaria Unites in Solidarity with Ukraine on Invasion Anniversary

Thousands of Bulgarians gathered in Sofia on February 25, 2025, to mark the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The event was part...

Bulgaria Hosts NATO Military Exercises: Steadfast Dart 2025

Bulgaria is set to play a crucial role in the NATO Steadfast Dart 2025 military exercises, which will take place from February 22 to...

Bulgaria’s Historic Rise in IIHF Women’s Hockey Championship

Bulgaria has made a significant mark in the world of women's hockey by securing promotion in the IIHF Women's World Championship. The team finished...

Bulgaria’s Unemployment Rate Hits Record Low of 3.8%

Bulgaria has achieved a significant milestone as its unemployment rate fell to 3.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024, marking a 0.4 percentage point...

Pahomiy Elected New Metropolitan of Vidin in Unanimous Vote

On February 9, 2025, the Bulgarian Orthodox Church's Holy Synod made a significant decision by unanimously electing Branitsa Bishop Pahomiy as the new Metropolitan...

Bulgaria’s Economic Growth: Visa Reforms and Strategic Investments

Bulgaria is making significant strides in enhancing its economic landscape through strategic visa reforms and investments, particularly in the city of Stara Zagora. The...

Bulgaria’s Controversial Handling of Refugee Minors Amid Winter Crisis

In a troubling incident that has drawn international attention, three teenage refugees were reportedly abandoned in a Bulgarian forest during the harsh winter months....

Bulgarian Liberals Rally For U.S. Support Against Russian Gas Transit Fees

Bulgaria's liberal party, We Continue the Change, is actively seeking support from the United States to impose additional fees on Russian gas transit to...

Bulgarian Government Takes Action to Address Black Sea Oil Spill Fears

Following a significant oil spill in the Kerch Strait, the Bulgarian government is working to reassure the public and the tourism industry about the...

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