Новости за 23.02.2026

A visible concentration of United States military aircraft at Sofia’s Vasil Levski Airport has sparked political debate and public speculation in Bulgaria. The buildup began in the middle of last week, when multiple large US Air Force planes were observed on the tarmac at both the civilian airport and the adjacent Vrazhdebna air base. Reports circulated over the weekend suggesting that during specific nighttime windows, civilian flights would be suspended and the airport would operate exclusively... Читать дальше...

A cold atmospheric front will move across Bulgaria on Tuesday, February 24, bringing unsettled conditions. Skies will remain predominantly overcast, and rainfall is expected to spread from northwest to southeast, affecting many parts of the country. In northern areas and in the mountains, precipitation will be heavier at times and locally significant in volume. ...

The caretaker government, led by Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov, has approved the allocation of €65 million for the organization of the parliamentary elections scheduled for April 19. Speaking at the first meeting of the interim cabinet, Gyurov stressed that funding the vote is a necessary commitment to democratic governance rather than a superfluous budgetary burden. He described the task ahead as both straightforward and demanding....

Bulgaria has successfully collected the majority of its national currency. Acting Finance Minister Georgi Klisurski emphasized during the regular briefing of the Coordination Center of the Euro Mechanism that the state is committed to protecting citizens throughout this transition, working closely with regulatory bodies to ensure a smooth process. Klisurski praised the institutions involved for their effective management so far and highlighted that adopting the common European currency is a gradual... Читать дальше...

Bulgaria has a constitution, a parliament, and a president. What it has struggled to maintain, with remarkable consistency over the past decade, is an actual functioning government. Since 2021 alone, the country has cycled through five caretaker cabinets, two of them led by the same man....

Sirma Group, a Bulgarian technology holding, has officially entered the international financial arena, becoming the second domestic company to be listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. Trading will symbolically begin on February 24 with a bell-ringing ceremony in the German financial center. This dual listing is made possible through the partnership between the Bulgarian Stock Exchange (BSE) and Deutsche Börse under the EuroBridge segment....

Housing affordability in Europe is reaching alarming levels, with a growing share of non-homeowners believing that buying a property is beyond their reach. According to the 2025 RE/MAX Europe report, nearly 44% of Europeans without property either feel they will never be able to buy a home or have no interest in doing so. While Eurostat figures indicate that 70% of EU residents are homeowners, the remaining 30% face mounting obstacles in entering the property market. ...

Bulgaria is set to welcome March 1 with mostly sunny weather, offering pleasant conditions for the start of the month. Over the next few days, skies will be largely cloudy, although precipitation will be limited and occur only in isolated areas, mainly in Eastern Bulgaria, in the form of light rain or snow. Wednesday will bring moderate northwest winds, and temperatures will dip slightly, with Thursday’s lows around zero degrees and highs ranging from 7° to 12°....

The United Kingdom is introducing stricter entry rules starting Wednesday, February 25, which will also affect Bulgarian travelers. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, all visitors from countries whose citizens do not require a visa for short stays of up to six months must now obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before traveling. Those without an ETA will be denied boarding for flights to the UK. ...

Bulgarian grain producers are warning of a surge in sunflower imports from Argentina, raising concerns over both market stability and food safety. According to Nova TV, six shipments totaling approximately 200,000 tons are on their way to Bulgaria, with one already docked. Iliya Prodanov, chairman of the National Association of Grain Growers, described the quality of the imported sunflower as “questionable” and criticized the pricing as “opaque....

During a gathering in Stara Zagora with nearly 1,000 mayors from villages, municipalities, and regional cities, GERB leader Boyko Borissov spoke candidly about the party’s achievements and the upcoming electoral challenges. He questioned how President Rumen Radev could compete with him after ten years in office, stressing that GERB has consistently prioritized the state above party interests. Further reading: Bulgaria: Radev’s Formation Leads with 32....

Caretaker Finance Minister Georgi Klisurski has urged all departments, ministries, and municipalities to implement the planned 5 percent salary increase for public sector employees, noting that many have not yet done so despite it being provided for in the budget extension law. He made this call during today’s regular weekly briefing of the Coordination Center of the Euro Mechanism, emphasizing the caretaker government’s commitment to protecting citizens’ interests. Klisurski confirmed that the... Читать дальше...

Bulgaria’s participation in the 25th Winter Olympic Games in Milano-Cortina concluded with the women’s 12.5 km mass start in biathlon, featuring Lora Hristova and Milena Todorova. Hristova finished 14th and Todorova 20th, with Hristova on course for a second medal until fatigue led to two missed shots in the final stage, costing her positions....

One of the most sought-after drug traffickers in the world, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as “El Mencho”, was killed on Sunday during a Mexican military operation in the western state of Jalisco. Mexico’s defence ministry confirmed that special forces moved to capture the 59-year-old leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, but came under attack. In the ensuing confrontation, four cartel members were killed on the spot and three others were wounded, including Oseguera Cervantes, who later died while being airlifted to Mexico City.

Five political formations are firmly positioned to enter the next National Assembly, while two more remain just below the 4% threshold but retain tangible prospects of representation. These are the findings of a national representative survey conducted by Trend at the request of 24 Chasa in the period February 12–18, 2026. The study was carried out through direct semi-standardized face-to-face interviews with tablets among 1,002 respondents aged 18 and over. ...

The runway at Sofia Airport "Vasil Levski" Airport will be temporarily closed on February 23 and 24 to allow for routine repairs to shafts located near the strip. According to the airport’s press office, operations will be suspended on February 23 between 03:15 and 04:50, and on February 24 between 03:05 and 05:35. The timing was selected because no regular take-offs or landings are scheduled during those hours. ...

Foreign direct investment in Bulgaria recorded steady growth in 2025, increasing by 14.2 percent compared with the previous year and reaching a total of 3.261 billion euros, according to preliminary data from the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB)....

Bulgaria’s entry into the Eurozone marks a defining moment for the country’s real estate sector. The adoption of the euro is no longer an expectation but a reality, and its impact is already visible across residential and investment markets. Greater transparency, improved confidence, and deeper integration with European financial systems are reshaping how property is priced, financed, and perceived....