#Europeannews

Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov has criticized President Rumen Radev's proposal for a 2026 euro adoption referendum, calling it unconstitutional and in violation of both national and EU laws.

Greek Minister of National Economy and Finance Kyriakos Pierrakakis will take part in Eurogroup and ECOFIN meetings in Brussels on Monday and Tuesday.

Romania secured eight medals at the European Under-21 Table Tennis Championships in Bratislava, Slovakia, including two golds, two silvers, and four bronzes.

Bulgarian gymnasts secured two bronze medals on Sunday during the FIG World Challenge Cup finals in Varna.

Dozens of law professors from major Bulgarian universities have issued a public statement opposing President Rumen Radev’s proposal for a national referendum on Bulgaria’s adoption of the euro.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will visit Rome on Monday for talks with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, followed by a meeting of the Greece-Italy High Cooperation Council—the first since 2017.

On Sunday, Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis held phone talks with India's Foreign Minister Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar and Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar.

Eva Brezalieva claimed the bronze medal in the women's all-around at the FIG World Challenge Cup in rhythmic gymnastics on Saturday.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Sunday that Ukraine is ready for direct peace talks with Russia, provided Moscow confirms a "full, lasting, and reliable" ceasefire starting Monday, May 12.

The Bulgarian Business Leaders Forum (BBLF) announced its support on Saturday for Bulgaria's full membership in the euro area, calling it a key commitment as part of the country's EU obligations.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis called for an immediate and unconditional 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine during a leaders’ conference call organized by French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.

On Saturday, European leaders, including Donald Tusk, Emmanuel Macron, Keir Starmer, Friedrich Merz, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, urged Russia to accept an unconditional 30-day ceasefire starting Monday and begin peace talks.

The Denver Nuggets outlasted the Oklahoma City Thunder 113-104 in overtime on Friday to take a 2-1 lead in the Western Conference semifinals.

Romania’s interim president, Ilie Bolojan, marked National Independence Day by honoring the country’s historical milestones and emphasizing the enduring values of freedom, dignity, unity, and sovereignty.

European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos visited the Dulce Plai enterprise in Rădenii Vechi, Ungheni district — a rural entrepreneurship success story known for its honey, propolis, and "Batonash" nutritional bars.

A solemn ceremony was held in Perushtitsa on Friday evening to commemorate the 149th anniversary of the April Uprising against Ottoman rule.

During the European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) annual conference in Thessaloniki, PPA Deputy CEO Panagiotis Tsonis met with Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism Apostolos Tzitzikostas.

At a joint press conference with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, French President Emmanuel Macron announced the Treaty of Nancy, outlining enhanced mutual defence commitments between France and Poland.

Bulgaria has long committed to joining the eurozone through its ratified EU Accession Treaty, Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov stated on the cabinet's official Facebook page.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan congratulated newly elected Pope Leo XIV on Friday, expressing hope for strengthened Türkiye-Vatican ties and joint efforts to end humanitarian crises, especially in Gaza.

Victory over Nazism in World War II is a victory for peace, made possible by the courage and sacrifice of past generations and global unity against tyranny, Moldovan Prime Minister Dorin Recean said during today’s commemoration of WWII victims.

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev announced Friday that he will propose a national referendum on the country’s adoption of the euro in 2026.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis celebrated the signing of the construction contract for the Heraklion-Chania section of Crete's Northern Road Axis (VOAK) on Friday, calling it a "great day" for both Crete and the government.

On Europe Day, the Romanian community in Belgium is holding a rally in Place du Luxembourg, Brussels, under the message "Support for a European Romania."