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Politics
Trump Administration Struggles to Reinstate Fired Nuclear Safety Workers
The Trump administration is facing challenges reinstating federal nuclear safety workers it recently fired, as many have lost access to their government email accounts.
Bulgaria
Agriculture Ministry Drafts Bill to Protect Farmers and Ensure Fair Pricing
The Agriculture and Food Ministry is drafting a bill to regulate all levels of the agrifood chain, aiming to protect farmers and ensure fair prices for their produce, Minister Georgi Tahov announced on bTV.
Bulgaria
Atanas Zafirov Elected Chair of Bulgarian Socialist Party
Atanas Zafirov has been elected Chair of the Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) at the party’s 51st Congress on Sunday.
Politics
Moldova Strengthens Security Cooperation at Munich Conference
A delegation from Moldova’s Ministry of Internal Affairs (MAI) held discussions with officials from Germany, the Netherlands, and INTERPOL on enhancing border security and tackling cross-border crime.
Politics
Greek PM Mitsotakis Defends Justice System Amid Tempi Train Crash Investigation
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis reaffirmed his commitment to protecting the judiciary and democracy in response to ongoing debates over the 2023 Tempi train collision investigation.
Politics
Zelenskyy Halts Rare Metals Deal with US, Citing National Interests
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Saturday that he blocked a proposed agreement with the US on rare metals, arguing it does not align with Ukraine’s national interests.
Moldova
Speaker Igor Grosu Honors Fallen Soldiers in Afghanistan War Ceremony
Speaker Igor Grosu attended a commemoration ceremony for those who fell in the Afghanistan war, alongside veterans and families of the fallen.
Business
Bulgaria's Economy Shows Resilience Amid Political Concerns
Despite ongoing political concerns over an alleged crisis, recent economic data paints a more stable and even moderately optimistic picture for Bulgaria.
Politics
Greek Government Stands Firm on Electoral Law and Foreign Policy
Greece’s next general elections will be held in 2027, as scheduled, with the government focusing on key reforms in the remaining 2.5 years, Deputy Minister to the Prime Minister and government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis stated in an interview with Thessaloniki.
Business
Government Unveils Measures to Boost Entrepreneurship and Ease Debt Burden
The government is rolling out a three-part initiative aimed at stimulating entrepreneurship, increasing employment, and alleviating excessive debt for households and businesses.
Politics
Zelenskyy, Vance Discuss Ukraine War at Munich Security Conference
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with U.S. Vice President JD Vance on Friday at the Munich Security Conference, emphasizing that more work is needed to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
Business
Greece to Launch First Satellites in 2025, Says Digital Governance Minister
Greece is set to launch its first microsatellites in late 2025 as part of a national strategy to enhance digital governance, Minister of Digital Governance Dimitris Papastergiou announced at the Innovent Forum in Larissa.
Bulgaria
EU Offers EUR 3.4 Billion for Decarbonization Projects
The European Commission has launched a EUR 3.4 billion funding opportunity under the Innovation Fund to support the deployment of decarbonization technologies, the Environment Ministry announced.
Politics
Greece Supports EU's Defence Investment Initiative
Greece welcomes European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s proposal to activate the escape clause for defence investments, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced on Friday.
Sports
Manuel Akanji Sidelined for Up to 10 Weeks After Injury
Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji will be out for eight to ten weeks after suffering an abductor injury against Real Madrid, Pep Guardiola confirmed on Friday.
Bulgaria
Bulgarian and Romanian Foreign Ministers Discuss Cooperation at Munich Security Conference
Bulgarian Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev and Romanian Foreign Minister Emil Hurezeanu held talks during the Munich Security Conference, the Bulgarian Foreign Ministry announced on Friday.
Business
New Nationwide Supermarket Boycott Planned for February 20
Several organizations have called for a nationwide boycott of supermarkets and large food chains on February 20, according to Velizar Enchev, coordinator of the initiative and former Bulgarian ambassador to Croatia.
Politics
Moldova to Establish New Prosecutor’s Office to Combat Corruption and Organized Crime
Moldovan Prime Minister Dorin Recean has emphasized that reforms in the prosecution system should focus on strengthening the state's ability to fight corruption and organized crime, rather than individual appointments.
Politics
Greece Expands Eco-Friendly Public Transport Fleet in Athens
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving public transport during a visit to the Road Transport (OSY) depot in Rentis on Friday.
Romania
Romanian Foreign Minister Meets US Envoy Ahead of Munich Security Conference
Romanian Foreign Minister Emil Hurezeanu met with US special envoy Richard Grenell in Berlin on Thursday, discussing key issues of mutual interest between Romania and the United States, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced.
Politics
US Warns of Sanctions, Possible Military Action if Russia Refuses Ukraine Peace Deal
US Vice President JD Vance has warned that Washington could impose sanctions and even take military action if Russian President Vladimir Putin refuses to negotiate a peace deal ensuring Ukraine’s long-term independence.
Bulgaria
Democratic Bulgaria Proposes 15% Cut in Public Administration Staff
The Democratic Bulgaria Movement has proposed a 15% reduction in public administration staff over three years, the Yes, Bulgaria Party announced on Friday.
Politics
Moldova Discusses NATO Assistance Package at Munich Security Conference
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Mihai Popsoi met with NATO Deputy Secretary General Radmila Šekerinska at the Munich Security Conference to discuss the implementation of the NATO Assistance Package aimed at strengthening Moldova's security and defense capacities.
Politics
Greece Pledges Support for Syria’s Recovery and Stability
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis reaffirmed Greece’s commitment to supporting Syria’s recovery during the International Conference on Syria.