Bulgaria

The Bulgarian Ministry of Economy and Industry stated Thursday that no export license was issued for ammunition made by Ruse-based company Dunarit to Sudan, countering claims by France 24 that Bulgarian arms were found in the embargoed country.

Movement for Rights and Freedoms – New Beginning leader Delyan Peevski reaffirmed Thursday that while his party is not part of the government, it supports its efforts “to do good things for the people.”

Acting Prosecutor General Borislav Sarafov has again requested that the National Assembly strip MP Mario Rangelov of the Movement for Rights and Freedoms of his parliamentary immunity.

British electronic pioneers Orbital will perform at Arena Sofia on August 21, showcasing a new live show featuring both classic and contemporary tracks.

Bulgarian MPs debated a second no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov's Cabinet on Wednesday, with the vote scheduled for Thursday.

The Continue the Change–Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) coalition will not support any no-confidence motions against the government until an official date for Bulgaria’s eurozone entry is announced, co-chair Kiril Petkov stated during a parliamentary debate on Wednesday.

On Wednesday, Parliament began debating a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov's Cabinet, citing corruption concerns.

On Tuesday night, renowned Bulgarian artist Viktor Paunov opened his Bestiary exhibition at the Regional Historical Museum of Sofia, showcasing around 230 illustrations and paintings from the 1980s to today.

Foreign direct investment (FDI) in Bulgaria reached a net inflow of €685.6 million (0.6% of GDP) in January–February 2025, down 10.8% compared to €768.2 million in the same period last year, according to preliminary data from the Bulgarian National Bank.

A new exhibition titled The Light in the Darkness: Yonko's Path will open April 16 at Sofia’s Credo Bonum Gallery, running through May 9.

Bulgaria's Ministry of Finance raised BGN 300 million through a successful auction of seven-year fixed-rate government bonds, the Bulgarian National Bank reported Monday.

Bulgaria's acting Prosecutor General Borislav Sarafov met with Turkey’s General Prosecutor Muhsin Senturk in Sofia on Monday during Senturk’s first official visit since taking office. The visit follows a Bulgarian delegation's trip to Ankara in February.

Bulgarian Interior Minister Daniel Mitov stated Monday that the Interior Ministry will not be used for political purposes, following a police operation on April 12 at a property in Sofia's Boyana district.

Bulgarian wrestler Kiril Milov won gold in the 97 kg Greco-Roman category, defeating Germany’s Lucas Lazogianis 7:1 at the Senior European Championships in Bratislava.

Bulgarian Patriarch and Metropolitan of Sofia Daniil led a liturgy at St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in Sofia for Palm Sunday, commemorating the Triumphant Entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem.

Bulgaria marked a milestone in its military modernization with the arrival of its first F-16 Block 70 fighter jet at Graf Ignatievo Air Base.

Fitch Ratings has affirmed Bulgaria's Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at 'BBB' with a Positive Outlook, citing strong external and public finances, EU membership, and a stable currency board as key strengths.

American cars entering the Bulgarian market typically go through European branches, are certified under EU standards, and are sold as European vehicles—even if they were originally produced in the U.S., said Stanislav Panchev, board member of the Association of Car Manufacturers and Their Authorized Representatives for Bulgaria, in an interview with BTA.

The military research vessel Sv. Sv. Kiril I Metodii has successfully completed its third mission to Antarctica and returned home, docking at the Varna Naval Station.

Despite plans to increase defense spending to 2.5% of GDP between 2026 and 2032, Bulgaria will still struggle to modernize its Armed Forces, according to a government report on the country’s defense investment program.

Actor and musician Stefan Valdobrev and his band, The Usual Suspects, unveiled their new project The Acoustics of Bulgaria at a press event hosted by the Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) on Thursday.

The future of Bulgaria’s transplant agency remains undecided, Health Minister Silvi Kirilov said during a parliamentary Health Committee session on Thursday.

Key reforms to Bulgaria's pension system—including a multi-fund model and enhanced financial literacy—were the focus of discussion at the Longevity Forum organized by Capital Weekly.