Новости за 30.03.2026

A fourth ballistic missile linked to Iran has been intercepted after entering Turkish airspace, according to an official statement from Turkey’s Ministry of Defense. The projectile was detected as it crossed into national airspace and was neutralized by NATO air and missile defense systems operating in the eastern Mediterranean. This marks the latest in a series of similar incidents since the outbreak of the conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran....

Bulgaria claimed the title at the FIFA Series 2026 tournament in Jakarta after edging hosts Indonesia 1-0 in the final match. The decisive moment came in the 38th minute, when Marin Petkov converted from the penalty spot following a foul on Zdravko Dimitrov inside the box. Bulgaria national football team secured the win in front of 24,174 spectators at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium, extending their run under head coach Alexander Dimitrov to three consecutive victories....

The final day of March will start with a temporary break in precipitation and more sunshine, most noticeable across Northern Bulgaria. Over the Danube Plain, a moderate west-northwesterly wind is expected. Morning temperatures nationwide will range between 0°C and 5°C, while in Sofia they will be close to 1°C. ...

A severe inflationary surge is still ahead, and current developments are only the beginning, according to financial expert and investor Max Baklayan. Speaking to the Bulgarian National Radio, he warned that the global economic impact of the ongoing conflict has yet to fully materialize. Baklayan pointed out that the anticipated shock from oil and liquefied natural gas markets has not yet been fully reflected in global prices....

The digital landscape is undergoing a profound transformation as consumers increasingly prioritize privacy and autonomy over their online activities. Historically, participating in digital leisure—whether purchasing digital goods, subscribing to premium content, or engaging in interactive entertainment—required routing funds through traditional financial institutions. This standard process inherently leaves a vast digital footprint, mapping out consumer habits, preferences, and spending capabilities... Читать дальше...

Moscow has sharply criticized Bulgaria after the extradition of two Russian citizens to the United States, describing the move in unusually harsh terms. According to Bulgarian authorities, Oleg Olshansky and Sergey Ivin were handed over to the US on March 26. Washington accuses them of sanctions violations and money laundering....

The global financial landscape is currently undergoing a monumental structural shift. For centuries, the flow of capital was strictly dictated by national borders, central banks, and complex networks of intermediary financial institutions. While this traditional banking architecture established the foundation of the modern global economy, it is increasingly viewed as an outdated, high-friction system in the digital age....

From May 20, 2026, around half of Bulgarian short-term rental listings are expected to disappear from platforms such as Airbnb and Booking, as new EU rules on digital registration and data exchange come into force. The information was reported by TravelNews, citing Boris Pavlov, chairman of the Bulgarian Association for Tourist Properties and Innovations (ATII) and founder of Flat Manager. The new framework requires platforms to automatically exchange data with national authorities and to list only... Читать дальше...

Economist Rumen Galabinov stated today that Bulgaria remains the country with the lowest diesel and gasoline prices within the eurozone, highlighting this as a key point in the current fuel price discussion. According to Petar Ganev, senior researcher at the Institute for Economic Research, the government measures introduced to address rising fuel prices are primarily social in nature rather than genuinely anti-inflationary. He explained that the aim is largely to ease public concern and prevent... Читать дальше...

Bulgaria’s population continues to shrink, entire settlements are being emptied, while at the same time new housing is being built and left unoccupied. These contrasting trends emerge from the latest demographic, economic and lifestyle data, discussed on BNT by the head of the National Statistical Institute, Atanas Atanasov. In the context of upcoming elections, comparisons between census figures and voter lists again raise questions....

Spain has taken an additional step in distancing itself from the U.S.-led military campaign against Iran, announcing the closure of its airspace to American aircraft involved in the conflict....

A new report by the European civil liberties network Liberties warns of a continued deterioration of the rule of law across the European Union, including within EU institutions themselves. The findings are based on contributions from more than 40 human rights organizations across 22 member states and form the seventh edition of the group’s annual assessment. According to the report, Bulgaria is placed in a category labeled “destroyers,” alongside Croatia, Hungary, Italy, and Slovakia....

Deputy Interior Minister Ivan Anchev has reported a significant number of signals related to electoral violations across Bulgaria, stating that 576 complaints have been registered so far concerning breaches of electoral law and citizens’ political rights ahead of the upcoming elections. According to the Interior Ministry data presented at a briefing of the Coordination Council for Election Preparation, the largest number of reports have come from the Burgas Regional Directorate, followed by Sofia’s SDVR and the Vratsa region. Читать дальше...

US President Donald Trump has announced plans for a meeting with Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko during an upcoming “Board of Peace” session, following claims of progress in negotiations over the release of detainees in Belarus. Trump said the planned encounter comes after diplomatic engagement led by his envoy, John Coale, who recently visited Minsk. According to Trump, Coale’s talks with Lukashenko resulted in the release of 250 additional prisoners, bringing the total number of individuals... Читать дальше...

Thirty-one days into Operation Epic Fury, the Islamic Republic is still standing. That single fact is the most damning verdict on how this war was conceived. The original logic rested on the idea that a sharp enough military strike would do two things at once: decimate Iran's military infrastructure and trigger a popular uprising that would finish the regime from the inside....

A new representative survey conducted by the “Alpha Research” agency and financed by the Bulgarian National Radio outlines the current political landscape ahead of a potential 52nd National Assembly, showing five formations comfortably above the electoral threshold and significant shifts in voter preferences among those firmly committed to voting. According to the data, if elections were held now, the leading force among decided voters would be “Progressive Bulgaria” with 30.8% support....

The 39-year-old woman accused of stabbing four German citizens in central Sofia told the court, as she entered the courtroom, that she “does not like Germans.” The Sofia City Court is currently reviewing her pre-trial detention and has ruled that she will remain in permanent custody while the investigation continues. During the hearing, the prosecution maintained its request for continued detention and formally charged her with attempted murder....

Grigor Dimitrov has dropped out of the world’s top 90 in the latest ATP rankings, marking the first time in nearly 14 years that the Bulgarian tennis star has fallen outside this group. The decline follows his early elimination from the Masters tournament in Miami, where he was unable to defend a large number of points earned during the same event last season. After the latest update, Grigor Dimitrov is ranked 93rd in the world with 645 points....

Heavy rainfall over the past several hours has caused a sharp rise in water levels of the Cherni Lom River in the vicinity of the village of Aprilovo in Popovo municipality. In several areas, the river has exceeded its banks, leading to localized flooding and overflow conditions. Authorities have activated coordinated response procedures involving multiple institutions....

The Zmeevo military training ground is being considered for transformation into a specialized site for testing drone technologies, according to Vladislav Shekerov, acting head of the Defense Institute. Speaking to the Bulgarian National Radio, he outlined plans to establish a laboratory at the range in cooperation with the Center for Defense Innovation and the Center of Excellence in Kazanlak. The facility would be designed to test both unmanned systems and technologies aimed at countering them,... Читать дальше...

Are You Choosing a True Off-Road Machine SUV models such as the Toyota Land Cruiser, Jeep Wrangler, Land Rover Defender, Toyota RAV4, BMW X5 and Nissan Patrol are among the most popular choices for drivers looking for a capable and versatile vehicle. Many buyers search for a 4x4 SUV believing it will automatically handle difficult terrain, snow or mountain roads....

The United States has allowed a Russian oil tanker to proceed to Cuba, despite the broader pressure campaign against the island’s energy supplies, according to reports citing American officials familiar with the situation. The vessel, carrying hundreds of thousands of barrels of crude oil, was nearing Cuban territorial waters and is expected to dock at the port of Matanzas, potentially within hours. Despite having the capacity to intervene, including the presence of Coast Guard cutters in the area... Читать дальше...

The Bulgarian government’s response to rising fuel prices is being interpreted by economists more as a social intervention than a genuine anti-inflation policy, with the primary goal seen as easing public anxiety rather than directly curbing price growth. Speaking on Nova TV, Petar Ganev from the Institute of Economic Research, along with economists Rumen Galabinov and Shteryo Nozharov, outlined differing aspects of the current approach, but agreed that the measures are relatively cautious and limited in scope. Читать дальше...

On the 31st day of the war involving the United States, Israel and Iran, diplomatic efforts continue in parallel with an escalating military and political standoff. While international actors are seeking ways to de-escalate, the three central players remain entrenched in their positions. US President Donald Trump has suggested that a potential agreement may be within reach, claiming that Tehran has accepted most elements of a detailed set of US demands following a series of contacts....