Новости за 18.03.2025

On Wednesday, Bulgaria will experience mostly sunny weather, accompanied by a moderate north-northwesterly wind. Morning temperatures will range between minus 6°C and minus 1°C, with Sofia recording a low of minus 3°C. Daytime highs will vary between 5°C and 10°C, reaching around 7°C in the capital. ...

Winter has returned to Northern Bulgaria, bringing snowfall and a sudden drop in temperatures. Snow has covered the Balkan Mountains, with significant accumulation in mountain passes such as Petrohan, Shipka, Rozhen, Prevala, and Pamporovo. Authorities are actively clearing the roads, but challenging weather conditions persist. ...

The Initiative Committee for the Boycott of Retail Chains in Bulgaria has announced the end of its protests. In a statement, the committee highlighted that the Ministry of Agriculture and Food's proposed "Draft Law on the Supply Chain of Agricultural Products and Food" addressed some of their demands for state intervention in regulating food prices. The committee considers the five boycotts a partial victory for both consumers and food producers. ...

In the fourth quarter of 2024, Bulgaria was one of the three EU countries with the lowest job vacancy rate, standing at just 0.7%. Alongside Bulgaria, Poland and Romania reported the same low rate....

The Sofia City Court has ruled that the 32-year-old man accused of attacking weather forecasters at the Murgash peak station will be placed under house arrest, but not in his parents' home. Instead, he will be transferred to the state psychiatric hospital "St. Ivan Rilski" in Novi Iskar....

Israel has intensified its military actions against Hamas in the Gaza Strip, following the group's refusal to release Israeli hostages and its rejection of all diplomatic proposals, including those from US Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz have directed the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to launch widespread airstrikes targeting Hamas positions across Gaza. The goal is to meet the war objectives outlined by the political leadership, including securing the release of all hostages... Читать дальше...

The Bulgarian Institute for Road Safety has raised serious questions regarding the Hemus highway construction, specifically about the claims of illegal activities made by various ministers in the Ministry of Regional Development and Public Works (MRDPW). The public statements of these ministers, as well as some Members of Parliament, have asserted that construction was carried out without proper permits, in violation of the Spatial Planning Act (SPA). In 2021, Minister Violeta Komitova was the first... Читать дальше...

A national protest has been organized by various restaurant associations in Bulgaria against the government's decision to reintroduce a 20% VAT rate for the industry. The protest is scheduled to begin tomorrow, with more than 30 regional cities set to participate, according to the Bulgarian Hotel and Restaurant Association (BHRA), the Association of Restaurants in Bulgaria (ARB), and the Bulgarian Association of Restaurants (BAR). As part of the protest, restaurateurs will block major roads and... Читать дальше...

Bulgaria has expressed its readiness to assist in the recovery efforts of the victims of the tragic fire in Kocani, North Macedonia, by offering medical treatment to 10 more individuals. President Rumen Radev confirmed that Bulgaria is prepared to airlift these victims to receive specialized care in the country’s hospitals. He emphasized that both Bulgaria and North Macedonia share the sorrow of losing innocent lives and the hope for the swift recovery of the injured. ...

Russian energy giant Gazprom has faced a significant financial blow in 2024, recording net losses of 1.076 trillion rubles ($13.1 billion), according to the Moscow Times....

Residents of Sofia's Oborishte district have expressed concerns over repeated attacks by a man with mental health issues, according to Nova. Witnesses report that the man is periodically taken to a psychiatric hospital but is soon released, only for new incidents to occur. Police have acknowledged the situation, stating that they have taken action multiple times but have no further legal means to intervene. ...

The 14 victims from the fire in Kocani who were transported for treatment in Bulgaria remain in serious condition. They have suffered severe burns and inhalation injuries from hot gases, which have caused significant complications. Eight of them are being treated at Pirogov Hospital in Sofia, while others are receiving medical care in Plovdiv and Varna....

Israel launched a series of intense airstrikes across Gaza on Tuesday, marking the most severe escalation since a ceasefire took effect in January. The attacks targeted multiple areas, including Gaza City in the north, central regions like Deir el-Balah, and southern cities such as Khan Younis and Rafah. Palestinian health officials reported that at least 342 people had been killed, including many children, as strikes hit residential buildings, makeshift shelters, and schools where displaced families had sought refuge. Читать дальше...

Evanna Lynch, the beloved actress who portrayed Luna Lovegood in the "Harry Potter" film series, will be a special guest at Aniventure Comic Con 2025. She will arrive on July 5 at the Inter Expo Center in Sofia, where she will take part in an exclusive panel. During the event, Lynch will share interesting insights about her life and career, answering questions from fans in attendance....

In the fourth quarter of 2024, Bulgaria's economy showed a stronger performance than anticipated, expanding by 3.4% in real terms compared to the same period in 2023. This resulted in an overall economic growth of 2....