Новости за 16.09.2025

A ninth-grade student at the Stefan Karadzha Sports School in Haskovo has been detained by police after firing a gun at the school during recess. The incident occurred when the student discharged the weapon through a classroom window, though fortunately, no one was injured. The situation came to light after a classmate immediately alerted the school principal, Silvia Tencheva....

Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov stated that the ongoing water shortages in several regions of Bulgaria stem from a combination of climatic challenges and inadequate water resource management. He highlighted deficiencies in planning and communication among responsible institutions as aggravating factors. The Prime Minister made these remarks at the opening of the inaugural session of the National Water Board, established following the National Assembly’s decision on September 3....

On Tuesday, September 17, the weather in Bulgaria will be marked by considerable cloudiness, with rain showers spreading gradually from the northwest towards the southeast. In the northeast and in mountainous regions, rainfall will be more intense, and thunderstorms are also expected. During the afternoon hours, skies will begin to clear quickly from the northwest....

A Bulgarian business delegation recently visited Prague to strengthen ties with their Czech counterparts, with nearly 20 representatives from leading Bulgarian companies attending a business forum organized by the Bulgarian-Czech Chamber of Commerce at the Bulgarian Embassy in Prague. The event featured a presentation of the Chamber, followed by discussions on key issues such as Bulgarian tax policy and investment opportunities in both countries. Numerous bilateral meetings also took place, resulting... Читать дальше...

Hollywood legend Robert Redford, a towering figure in cinema whose career spanned six decades, has died at the age of 89. Known for his striking looks and charismatic screen presence, Redford also made an indelible mark as a director and champion of independent film through the Sundance Film Festival. His death was confirmed by Cindi Berger, chief executive of Rogers & Cowan PMK, who said Redford passed away peacefully in his sleep in Utah, according to The New York Times. ...

Bulgarian racing talent Nikola Tsolov has officially confirmed that he will remain with Campos Racing as he competes in Formula 2 in 2026. The announcement came on Tuesday, confirming that the driver will continue with the same team rather than switching outfits for the upcoming season. Novinite reported on September 4 that Tsolov might compete in Formula 2. ...

Bulgaria is approaching the final stage of preparing to adopt the euro as its official currency, scheduled for January 1, 2026. Minister of e-Government Valentin Mundrov highlighted this during a discussion in Vratsa, part of a nationwide campaign aimed at raising awareness about the benefits of joining the eurozone. Mundrov praised Vratsa’s municipal administration, led by Mayor Kalin Kamenov, for being fully adapted to handle transactions and administrative processes in euros....

The Bulgarian Navy has carried out a successful operation in the Black Sea, neutralizing an unmanned surface vessel detected off the coast of Varna. The Ministry of Defence confirmed on Tuesday that naval forces identified and destroyed the drone in an operation aimed at safeguarding maritime security in the region. According to the ministry’s statement, the incident began on September 15, when the Navy, working in coordination with allied assets, discovered a damaged surface drone roughly 80 kilometers... Читать дальше...

The European Union has delayed the unveiling of its 19th sanctions package against Russia after U.S. President Donald Trump demanded tougher measures before Washington proceeds with its own restrictions....

Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov stated that public perception of corruption exceeds the level of actual corruption during a speech at the University of National and World Economy (UNWE) on the occasion of the 2025/2026 academic year opening, BGNES reported. Addressing students and faculty, he emphasized the importance of youthful energy and audacity in shaping the future. Zhelyazkov noted that the world remains divided along the traditional east-west axis, where ideological frameworks... Читать дальше...

Just four days remain until Enrique Iglesias takes the stage in Sofia, as the Vasil Levski National Stadium prepares to host the Latin superstar on Saturday, September 20. This marks Iglesias’s first live performance in Bulgaria in seven years, giving fans a chance to sing along to hits like “Hero,” “Bailando,” “I Like It,” and other classics that have cemented his status as the most successful Latin artist of all time. With demand so high, organizers have even added extra seating to accommodate more attendees. Читать дальше...

This year’s Forbes 400 list of the wealthiest Americans highlights a stark contrast between the majority of its members and a small cohort of young billionaires. While the average age of those on the list is 70, with 23 individuals over 90 - including 96-year-old land and timber magnate Archie Aldis Emmerson - a few younger figures have managed to accumulate extraordinary fortunes. For 2025, the minimum net worth to make the list reached a record ....

United Nations investigators have accused Israel of committing “genocide” in Gaza, asserting that the actions of Israeli authorities aim to destroy the Palestinian population. The UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry (COI) released its findings on Tuesday, holding Israel’s prime minister and other senior officials responsible for incitement and the ongoing campaign. Navi Pillay, the commission’s head, declared that “genocide is occurring in Gaza and is continuing to occur” and placed responsibility squarely on the State of Israel.

Banknotes circulating in Bulgaria have dropped by 9 percent since the start of 2025, falling to 556.78 million pieces by the end of August, according to the Bulgarian National Bank. At the close of 2024, the total number of banknotes was 611....

The annual India-US military exercise Yudh Abhyas 2025 wrapped up in Alaska on Monday (local time) after two weeks of intensive joint training, strengthening defence cooperation between the Indian Army and the US Army. The Indian Embassy in the US said the exercise, which began on September 1 with a formal opening ceremony, "has grown significantly since its launch in 2002." Embassy further stated that what initially started as a "platoon-level drill has evolved into one of the most advanced bilateral... Читать дальше...

Airport staff in Varna and Burgas are launching symbolic protests over unpaid bonuses and working conditions. The employees’ grievances stem from the failure to pay bonuses for the past three months, a period marked by a significant increase in workload. In addition, the workers are calling for salary increases. ...

Lovech is the latest Bulgarian city to face water restrictions as the effects of prolonged drought continue to strain local supply sources. Unlike other regions, residents of Lovech will still have access to water from 6:00 a.m....

Bulgaria and Poland have agreed that closer cooperation in the field of cybersecurity is essential, stressing the need for joint efforts to strengthen protection systems against digital threats. This position was underlined during a meeting in Sofia between Bulgaria’s Minister of e-Government, Valentin Mundrov, and Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digitalization, Krzysztof Gawkowski. Minister Mundrov emphasized that challenges in cyberspace cannot be tackled in isolation, noting: “Only... Читать дальше...

China is ready to work with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and other countries to jointly promote more just and equitable global nuclear governance and pursue more inclusive and universally beneficial development, so as to better build a community with a shared future for humanity, said Shan Zhongde, director of China Atomic Energy Authority (CAEA), at the 69th General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).The conference opened on Monday in Vienna, focusing on... Читать дальше...

More than ten villages in Elena municipality are enduring one of the most severe water restrictions in recent years - households are receiving water only for a single hour, twice a week. The measure has left residents frustrated, particularly since some of the affected settlements are situated along the banks of the Yovkovtsi dam, which provides drinking water to seven municipalities in the Veliko Tarnovo district and to the Apriltsi municipality in the neighboring Gabrovo district. Despite this... Читать дальше...

Israel has launched a full-scale ground offensive into Gaza City, in what Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government has framed as a decisive step to eliminate Hamas. The campaign, which began on Monday with heavy airstrikes followed by the entry of Israeli tanks and infantry, marks a sharp escalation in a war that has already stretched for nearly two years and devastated the enclave. According to the Gaza Health Ministry, run by Hamas, almost 65,000 Palestinians, predominantly women and children... Читать дальше...

Bulgarian authorities have detained Igor Grechushkin, the Russian shipowner linked to the ammonium nitrate shipment that triggered the catastrophic Beirut port explosion in 2020, Euronews reported. The blast, which tore through the Lebanese capital on August 4 of that year, killed at least 218 people, wounded more than 6,000, and destroyed large swathes of the city. Grechushkin, who also holds Cypriot citizenship, was arrested last week at Sofia’s Vasil Levski Airport after flying in from Cyprus... Читать дальше...

Credit consultant Tihomir Toshev has warned that there is no need for Bulgarians to rush into investments solely because of the upcoming adoption of the euro. Speaking to the Bulgarian National Radio, Toshev emphasized that some of the current purchasing activity appears hasty and could pose problems for borrowers. "Property should be bought when you are truly prepared and when it meets a genuine need....

A recent study conducted by economists from the University of Mannheim and the European Central Bank (ECB) highlights the significant economic impact of extreme weather across Europe this summer. According to the research, short-term losses reached at least 43 billion euros, with Bulgaria ranking among the four EU countries most affected, alongside Cyprus, Greece, and Malta. The study attributes the damage to a combination of heatwaves, drought, and floods, estimating that each of these nations lost... Читать дальше...