Новости за 03.10.2025

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 operations, another was an excavator operator who was helping clear debris after the first wave, and the third was a worker caught in a ground-floor hotel room during the initial tidal surge. The disaster unfolded as heavy and torrential rains triggered flash... Читать дальше...

Heavy rains will persist in Bulgaria over the next 24 hours as a slow-moving Mediterranean cyclone continues to affect the region, the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH) warns. Anastasia Stoycheva of NIMH explained on BNT that the system is well-developed at all atmospheric levels and its sluggish movement is allowing precipitation to accumulate steadily across the country. “For more than 30 hours, rain has been falling continuously, and unfortunately, we are still in the middle... Читать дальше...

Russia’s federal budget is under growing strain as revenues from oil and gas taxes fell sharply in September, marking a 25% year-on-year decline, according to figures released by the Finance Ministry on October 3. The state collected 582.5 billion rubles (....

The early October snowfall caused serious disruptions across Northwestern Bulgaria, leaving entire municipalities without power and complicating traffic. In the Vidin region, Belogradchik and Chuprene remain without electricity after heavy snow damaged six power lines. According to ERM-West, repair teams are already on site, though they face difficulties due to impassable sections....

Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov announced at today’s parliamentary blitz control that two additional F-16 Block 70 fighters, currently in Portugal, are expected to arrive in Bulgaria imminently. According to Zhelyazkov, Lockheed Martin has committed to delivering the remaining four aircraft by the end of 2025. The Prime Minister also noted that the combat readiness of the F-16 fleet is tentatively planned to begin in mid-2026....

A major flood swept through the Elenite holiday village, prompting an immediate evacuation and ongoing rescue operations. Deputy Minister of Interior Toni Todorov confirmed that six women were rescued, three of them Polish tourists, while the body of a man was discovered in the basement of a building. No people are currently reported in distress in nearby Sveti Vlas. ...

Every time we transfer money, pay by card, or withdraw from an ATM, a complex infrastructure operates behind the scenes. In Bulgaria, systems like RINGS, BISERA, and BORICA have long handled these processes. With the adoption of the euro, these systems will be fully integrated into European networks, ensuring smooth operations across borders. ...

The White House on Thursday (local time) warned that "thousands" of federal workers could face job losses if the ongoing government shutdown continues, adding to the growing political tensions in Washington. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters outside the White House that administration officials were already preparing for potential layoffs. "It's likely going to be in the thousands," she said, noting that the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and other officials were... Читать дальше...

Bulgarian authorities have begun evacuating the Elenite holiday village as severe storms continue to batter the region, prompting the activation of the BG-ALERT system. Residents and visitors have been instructed to move to higher ground immediately, with over ten fire brigade teams currently on site to manage the situation. The Burgas Regional Administration is closely monitoring developments. ...

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 of parliament, Borissov declined to interpret the court’s decision, stressing the independence of judges and prosecutors. “They judge according to the law and their own conviction,” he said....

Mayor Dimitar Nikolov has announced a partial state of emergency for Burgas Municipality, effective until October 6, following intense rainfall and large-scale flooding affecting multiple areas. The measure targets Burgas, the Fisherman’s Village, the village of Marinka, and the Chernitsiye villa area, where over 250 liters per square meter fell within 12 hours, according to the local hydrometeorological station. The bridge in the Chernitsiye area has collapsed, cutting access to the villa zone.... Читать дальше...

Israeli naval forces have intercepted over 40 vessels from the latest Sumud flotilla attempting to reach the Gaza Strip with humanitarian aid, detaining participants at sea. Among those held is Bulgarian national Vasil Dimitrov, sparking significant international attention and diplomatic reactions. Speaking on Nova TV, Arabist Professor Vladimir Chukov drew parallels with the 2010 “Freedom Flotilla,” which departed from Athens....

A fatal traffic accident occurred in the Kresna Gorge early Friday morning, leaving one woman dead and four others injured, the Ministry of Interior reported. The collision involved a minibus and a truck near the Kresna Inn, with the incident reported around 7 a.m. ...

Munich Airport was forced to suspend operations on the evening of October 2 after drones were detected in its airspace, the German air traffic control authority DFS confirmed. The first restrictions began at 22:18 local time, and shortly after, all flights were halted. As a result of the disruption, 17 departing flights could not take off, leaving nearly 3,000 passengers stranded....

BG-ALERT has been activated in Sofia in connection with the situation on Vitosha Mountain. The system was triggered following the accumulation of snow cover and the increased risk of falling trees and branches along the approaches to Vitosha Nature Park. As a precaution, Sofia Municipality announced that vehicle access to the mountain is temporarily restricted....

An orange weather warning is in effect today for 20 regions across Bulgaria, with forecasters cautioning about heavy rainfall and snowfall in the mountains, as well as powerful winds in the eastern part of the country. The remaining eight regions are under a yellow code for hazardous conditions. The unstable weather has already caused difficulties....

Heavy rains overnight have led to a critical situation in Tsarevo Municipality, where floods, blocked roads and the evacuation of residents have forced authorities to declare a state of emergency. The torrential downpour has caused rivers and ravines to overflow, inundating streets, residential areas and entire neighborhoods. Local authorities report that the rainfall has surpassed record levels, exceeding the monthly and even annual norms. ...

The Petrohan Pass has once again been closed due to severe winter conditions. According to the regional governor of Montana, Kalin Haitov, the snow cover in the area has already reached around 25 to 30 centimeters, accompanied by numerous fallen branches scattered across the road. Although large trees have not yet collapsed, the fallen debris has created significant obstacles....

For the first time, Sofia will be included in the European Commission’s annual homeless census, which has been conducted across Europe since 2007, BNR reported. In Bulgaria, the initiative is organized jointly by the Sofia Municipality and the Institute for Population and Human Research at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. The data collected will provide an overview of the number of homeless people in the city and offer a foundation for developing targeted social policies. ...

Bulgaria’s integration into the European monetary framework is no longer a distant prospect but an ongoing reality, according to Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) Governor Dimitar Radev. In an interview with the Bulgarian Industrial Association’s magazine Noblesse Oblige, he emphasized that participation as an observer in the European Central Bank (ECB) Governing Council already provides Sofia with invaluable experience ahead of joining the eurozone. Radev underlined that adopting the euro should not... Читать дальше...