Severe Weather Hits Bulgaria

Some parts of Bulgaria have been hit by severe weather in the early days of October. One casualty was reported in a coastal resort after heavy rainfall caused flash floods. Early snow closed mountain passes to traffic. Interior Minister Daniel...

Cabinet Allows Turkish Coast Guard Vessel to Enter Bulgarian Territorial Waters

The Council of Ministers has authorized the entry and stay of the TCSG-90 vessel of the Turkish Coast Guard Command, or its reserve ship TCSG-313, in Bulgaria’s internal waters and territorial sea from October 6 to 9, 2025. The stay is allowed in...

Transport Minister: Ministry Has Solid Plan on How to Modernize Bulgarian Railways

The Transport Ministry has a solid plan on how to modernize the Bulgarian railways, both in terms of infrastructure and rolling stock, Deputy Prime Minister and Transport and Communications Minister Grozdan Karadjov said during Friday’s Question...

Man Dies in Elenite Resort after Heavy Rainfall in Southeastern Bulgaria

A man died in the Elenite resort village after a heavy rainfall hit Burgas Region in Southeastern Bulgaria, Deputy Interior Minister Toni Todorov said at a briefing at the Council of Ministers on Friday. Fire department employees found the body in...

Absolute Tragedy in Bulgaria: Three Dead in Elenite Floods, Including Border Policeman

At least three people have died following severe flooding in the Elenite resort, Interior Minister Daniel Mitov confirmed during a briefing in Nessebar. One of the victims was a Border Police officer who had been assisting in search and rescue...

Bulgarian Foreign Ministry Condemns Manchester Synagogue Attack

The Bulgarian Foreign Ministry condemned the Manchester synagogue attack in a post on X on Thursday. “We are shocked and deeply saddened by the brutal attack at the synagogue in Manchester, especially on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish...

Bulgaria’s Supreme Court Declares Sarafov No Longer Acting Prosecutor General

Bulgaria's Supreme Court of Cassation (SCC) issued two rulings on October 2, 2025, which determined that Borislav Sarafov no longer holds the role of Acting Prosecutor General and therefore has no authority to request the reopening of criminal...

Bulgaria Tightens Civil Aviation Rules: Parliament Bans Drones in Restricted Areas and Airports

Bulgaria’s National Assembly has approved at second reading amendments to the Civil Aviation Act introducing new restrictions on drone use and tightening security requirements at airports and in civil aviation. Under the changes, operating...

Bulgaria Braces for October 3 Storms: Heavy Rain, Snow and Flood Risks

Bulgaria’s national meteorological authorities have issued warnings for October 3, citing dangerous weather conditions expected across much of the country. A Code Orange alert for heavy rainfall has been declared in numerous districts, including...

Two F-16 Block 70 Fighter Jets En Route to Bulgaria

Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov announced during question time in Parliament here on Friday that two F-16 Block 70 fighter jets are currently in Portugal and expected to arrive in Bulgaria any time now. The delivery is part of an order...

Bulgarian Drone Maker Eyes Role in Europe’s 'Drone Wall' Defense Plan

The Bulgarian drone manufacturer Dronamics, best known for its cargo drones, is shifting part of its focus toward defense after years of staying away from military applications. According to co-founder and CEO Svilen Rangelov, this decision...

State of emergency declared in Tsarevo Municipality, Southeastern Bulgaria due to heavy rainfall

Baku, October 3, AZERTAC A state of emergency has been declared across the territory of Tsarevo Municipality, Southeastern Bulgaria, on the Black Sea, the Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) reported citing the local government. During the night extremely...

Iskra Boneva: Guardian of Cultural Heritage of Bulgaria in Latvia

The Cyril and Methodius Bulgarian Cultural Society in Latvia nominated Iskra Boneva for the Saint Zlata of Meglen Award in 2025, the Executive Agency for Bulgarians Abroad (EABA) said. Boneva is the head of the Bulgarian Folklore Group in the...

PM Zhelyazkov: EU and NATO Defence Must Be Strengthened, Sabotage Groups Operate in Bulgaria as Part of Political Life

Sabotage groups are operational in Bulgaria, and they exert hybrid influence and are part of Bulgaria's political life, Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov said during Q&A in Parliament Friday. He was asked by MPs whether there is evidence of hybrid...

Borissov: Borislav Sarafov Remains Legitimate Prosecutor General in Bulgaria Despite Court Ruling

GERB leader Boyko Borissov has publicly declared that Borislav Sarafov remains a legitimate Prosecutor General, despite recent orders from the Supreme Court of Cassation indicating that Sarafov’s tenure ended on July 21. Speaking on the sidelines...

Bulgaria’s rebate policy risks limiting medicine access

Sofia’s deepening reliance on mandatory rebates shifts the healthcare deficit onto companies and jeopardises patients’ access to treatment, the pharmaceutical industry has warned. The Association of Research-based Pharmaceutical Manufacturers in...

Bulgaria Today – 2 October 2025

In “Bulgaria Today” on Thursday, October 2, we bring you, first, the latest news from this country. Next on the show: Bulgaria sees higher demand than supply of jobs. At the end, we bring you the song "Ot Tseluvka Beleg Ne Ostava" (A Kiss Leaves...

Bulgaria’s Eurozone Entry Set to Boost Trade Amid Rising Wages and Inflation, U.S. Report Says

Bulgaria’s upcoming eurozone accession is expected to lower transaction costs with its main trade and investment partners, according to the U.S. Department of State’s annual investment climate report. The report also highlights that labor...

Train Disruptions in Bulgaria Due to Fallen Trees

Bulgarian State Railways has reported significant train delays and cancellations caused by fallen trees damaging overhead power lines during recent heavy snowfall. Key routes affected include Vidin–Sofia, Razgrad–Samuil, and Vratsa–Pleven, with...

Bulgaria can produce its own drones, Minister of Innovation says

Tomislav Donchev Photo: BTA A market study will soon be launched, followed by a competitive tender for Bulgarian developers to supply various types of drones for the Ministry of Defence. This announcement was made by Tomislav Donchev, the Deputy...