Новости за 03.02.2025

US President Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum have agreed to a one-month delay in the imposition of planned US tariffs, following what Sheinbaum described as a productive conversation between the two leaders. The announcement comes after Trump had previously threatened a 25% tariff on Mexican goods, accusing Sheinbaum’s government of having an “intolerable alliance” with Mexican crime groups. Sheinbaum rejected these accusations, calling them “slanderous,” but softened her stance during a press conference... Читать дальше...

Sofia Pride, Bulgaria's largest human rights march, will take place for the 18th consecutive year on June 14, 2025. The event is set to begin with a concert at Knyaz Alexander I Square (Battenberg) and is expected to attract more than 10,000 participants who will show their support for LGBTQ+ equality in the country. There has been recent speculation suggesting that changes in US foreign aid policy could lead to the termination of Sofia Pride....

The Bulgarian ship "Vezhen," which had been suspected of damaging an underwater fiber optic cable between Latvia and Sweden on January 26, has been cleared by Swedish authorities. The investigation revealed no evidence of sabotage, and the crew was found to have acted without malicious intent. Capt....

The weather across Bulgaria on February 4 is expected to be mostly cloudy, with the southern half of the country seeing more significant cloud coverage. Snow showers are likely in the Rila-Rhodope mountain range, while rain is predicted in the southwestern areas. Northern and eastern regions can expect temporary breaks in the clouds....

Bart De Wever was sworn in as Belgium's new prime minister on Monday, marking a significant shift for a politician who has long advocated for greater autonomy for Flanders. He took the oath in front of King Philippe, a figure he has historically viewed as emblematic of Belgian unity, stating, “I swear allegiance to the king.” ...

A man accused of setting fire to a residential building in Solingen, Germany, last year, resulting in the deaths of a Bulgarian family, has unexpectedly pleaded guilty in court. The 40-year-old suspect, whose trial began in January, had previously remained silent on the charges. A verdict in the case is expected in March. ...

Sweden has released the Bulgarian ship Vezhen, concluding that there was no intentional sabotage in the severing of a telecommunications cable between Sweden and Latvia. Swedish prosecutors stated that the investigation clearly ruled out sabotage, attributing the incident to a combination of weather conditions, equipment issues, and management decisions aboard the vessel. Senior Prosecutor Mats Ljungqvist from the National Security Department confirmed that the detained ship was responsible for the... Читать дальше...

Annual inflation in the eurozone rose unexpectedly in January, reaching 2.5%, up from 2.4% in December 2024, according to preliminary data from Eurostat....

A 13-year-old Bulgarian girl has gone missing in Spain, with authorities and local media reporting her disappearance in the city of Palencia. The girl, identified as Gabriela Stanislavova Kateva, was last seen on January 31, 2025, and her whereabouts remain unknown. Gabriela is described as being approximately 160-165 cm tall, with a slim build, long straight brown hair, and green eyes....

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev will convene the National Security Advisory Council at the presidential institution on Tuesday, February 18, at 2:30 p.m. The meeting will focus on assessing risks and threats to national security stemming from the spread and abuse of narcotics and intoxicants among young people. ...

In 2023, the average price for one decare of arable land across the European Union (EU) was 1,179 euros, or 11,791 euros per hectare, translating to 2,358 levs. Meanwhile, the average annual rental price for arable fields and permanent pastures in the EU stood at 17.3 euros per decare (173 euros per hectare), or 34....

In 2024, the Sofia Municipality allocated over 1 million leva for the design of 51 green spaces across all 24 districts of the capital. These plans are part of an initiative to enhance parks and inter-block areas throughout Sofia, aiming to provide residents with more opportunities for recreation, sports, and outdoor activities. By 2025, the municipality plans to create new parks and gardens while improving existing green spaces in the city. ...

A joint contingent of border security officers from Bulgaria, Austria, Romania, and Hungary will officially begin operations today, tasked with guarding the Bulgarian-Turkish border. The contingent, which was established as part of an agreement made in mid-November, was a key condition for Austria lifting its veto on Bulgaria and Romania’s accession to the Schengen Area. The ceremony marking the start of the mission will take place in Svilengrad, where Bulgaria’s Minister of Interior, Daniel Mitov... Читать дальше...

Elon Musk has publicly condemned the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), calling it a "criminal organization" and stating that it is "time for it to die." He made the remarks in a post on X, responding to reports that USAID senior officials were placed on administrative leave after attempting to prevent Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) personnel from accessing agency systems. The controversy comes amid growing speculation that U....

Kalin Hristov, former deputy governor of the Bulgarian National Bank and former finance minister, expressed concern over the public discourse on key economic issues, describing it as resembling a heated debate between football fans rather than a rational discussion. Speaking on bTV, he criticized the lack of substantive dialogue on topics like fiscal policy and eurozone accession, arguing that many have resorted to repeating slogans rather than addressing the core problems. Hristov pointed out that... Читать дальше...

Donald Trump has reaffirmed his intention to impose tariffs on the European Union, stating that such measures will “definitely happen.” While he did not specify a timeline, he reiterated concerns about the U.S....

At least 11 women in Bulgaria have suffered complications after receiving botulinum toxin injections from a person without medical education. Neli Georgieva, deputy chairwoman of the Association of Aesthetic Medicine Patients, reported the cases to the Bulgarian National Radio, stating that the affected women paid 250 leva each for the procedure. The individual who performed the injections is not of Bulgarian origin and, according to the women, is currently not in the country....

The investigation into the double murder of two children in the village of Vakarel is ongoing, with the Sofia District Prosecutor's Office and the Ministry of Interior working to clarify all circumstances surrounding the case. According to unofficial sources from the investigation, all evidence points to the mother as the perpetrator. She allegedly committed the murders before attempting to take her own life. ...