Новости за 23.04.2026

On April 21, two days after Bulgaria's parliamentary election, GERB leader Boyko Borissov stepped before the cameras for his first post‑election press conference. His party had just recorded its worst‑ever result - 13.4% of the vote, roughly 433,000 ballots, and a distant second place....

Friday, April 24, will bring typical spring weather across Bulgaria, with sunshine, variable clouds and noticeable wind, according to the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH). The day is expected to begin with changing cloud cover, but before noon skies will clear in many parts of the country, leading to longer sunny periods and a more pleasant afternoon. Winds will remain moderate from the west-northwest, while in the Danube Plain and Eastern Bulgaria they will temporarily become strong... Читать дальше...

The Plovdiv District Court has ordered the permanent detention of a 22-year-old man accused of killing his father, dismembering his body and disposing of the remains in waste containers in the Trakia district. The proceedings were held behind closed doors due to the disturbing nature of the case and the possibility that sensitive personal details could be discussed. The accused, Martin Rodov, even requested to remain in custody himself, stating that he has no relatives or close contacts to rely on outside detention. Читать дальше...

Pharmacists in England are reporting sharp increases in the prices of common medicines, including painkillers and allergy treatments, which they link to the ongoing war in Iran and its disruption of global energy and supply chains. According to the National Pharmaceutical Association (NPA), retail prices for paracetamol have risen by around 20–30% since February, while similar increases have been recorded for cetirizine and other widely used over-the-counter drugs. Some products, including aspirin and co-codamol... Читать дальше...

The head of the International Energy Agency (IEA), Fatih Birol, has warned that the world is confronting what he described as “the biggest energy security threat in history,” as the conflict involving Iran and the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz shake global markets. Speaking virtually at an industry forum in Singapore, Birol said the market has already lost around 13 million barrels of oil per day, while major disruptions are also affecting other essential commodities. According to him... Читать дальше...

The European Union is facing the risk of a political and diplomatic clash with Donald Trump over a major energy infrastructure project in the Western Balkans, after attempts to delay the awarding of a pipeline contract linked to individuals close to the former US president, according to documents reported by the Guardian. The dispute centers on the Southern Interconnection pipeline in Bosnia and Herzegovina, where US-linked lobbying efforts have reportedly accelerated a push to secure the project... Читать дальше...

A Greek-owned vessel, the Epaminondas, was seized by Iranian military forces in the Persian Gulf, with the shipowner confirming that armed personnel from Iran are now on board. Greek authorities said the crew has been safely evacuated and is no longer in danger. The Greek Ministry of Merchant Shipping stated that the sailors had left the vessel and were transferred to a secure location after the incident. ...

Social media is one of those things small business owners in Bulgaria either invest in properly or ignore almost completely. The middle ground, posting once and then going quiet for three weeks, is where most people get stuck. Facebook wants a new post....

The Fiscal Council has outlined three alternative scenarios for Bulgaria’s economic development in 2026, reflecting heightened uncertainty driven by geopolitical tensions, domestic political instability, and risks linked to energy supply disruptions and global financial volatility. The institution assigns a 60% probability to the baseline scenario, while both the pessimistic and highly pessimistic outlooks are each estimated at 20%, underlining the need for flexible policy responses in a rapidly changing environment. Читать дальше...

A pro-government publication in Serbia has sharply criticized Bulgaria’s incoming Prime Minister Rumen Radev, accusing him of repeatedly obstructing Serbia’s path toward European Union membership and raising questions over whether his future government will continue that approach, BGNES reports. The article, published in a media outlet close to the authorities in Belgrade under the headline “Five Bulgarian stabs in our back in less than 10 years,” argues that Sofia has blocked Serbia’s European... Читать дальше...

Russia has announced that it will halt the transit of Kazakh crude oil to Germany via the Druzhba pipeline starting May 1, a move that directly affects supplies to a key refinery near Berlin and raises fresh concerns over European energy stability. The decision was confirmed by Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak, who said the interruption is linked to what Moscow described as “technical possibilities,” without providing further clarification. The affected route supplies the PCK Schwedt refinery in northeastern Germany... Читать дальше...

Borislav Sarafov is set to return to the National Investigation Service as its director, which also reinstates him as deputy prosecutor general for investigations, according to Stefan Petrov from the Prosecutorial College of the Supreme Judicial Council, cited by Nova TV. The development follows Sarafov’s decision to step down from his role as acting chief prosecutor, formally submitted after expressing readiness to resign earlier in the week, with Petrov noting that the move became official on Wednesday after their conversation on Monday. Читать дальше...

The global population of billionaires is expected to continue expanding rapidly over the next decade, with forecasts suggesting their number could approach 4,000 by 2031 as wealth creation accelerates across key sectors, particularly technology. According to analysis by estate agency Knight Frank, there are currently 3,110 billionaires worldwide. The report projects this figure to rise by around 25% over the next five years, reaching approximately 3,915 by 2031. ...

Hotel revenues in Bulgaria are rising at a faster pace, with growth reaching 17%, according to the latest data from the National Statistical Institute. The trend reflects changes in pricing and hotel classification rather than a sharp increase in tourist numbers, according to Prof. Rumen Draganov, director of the Institute for Tourism Analysis and Evaluation. ...

Britain and France have agreed on a new three-year framework aimed at reducing irregular migration across the English Channel, in what both governments describe as a strengthened attempt to disrupt smuggling networks and prevent dangerous crossings. According to a French interior ministry roadmap seen by AFP, the agreement renews and expands cooperation under the Sandhurst framework, first signed in 2018 and later extended. The latest version is set to run for three years and comes after months... Читать дальше...

The British Parliament has approved landmark legislation that will permanently prevent younger generations from legally buying cigarettes, marking one of the toughest anti-smoking measures introduced anywhere in the world. Under the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, anyone born after the end of 2008 will never be allowed to purchase cigarettes, cigars, or other tobacco products. The law works by gradually increasing the legal age for tobacco sales by one year every year, meaning today’s younger teenagers... Читать дальше...

Kiril Milov has once again climbed to the top of European wrestling, successfully defending his continental title in the 97 kg category after winning the final at the European Championship in Tirana. The Bulgarian wrestler defeated Hungary’s Alex Szőke with a 3:1 score to secure another gold medal for Bulgaria. With this victory, Milov becomes the Bulgarian wrestler with the highest number of European titles in the 21st century across both Greco-Roman and freestyle wrestling....

Tensions between the United States and Iran remain unresolved despite President Donald Trump’s decision to prolong the fragile ceasefire, as Washington insists on maintaining its naval blockade of Iranian ports while Tehran refuses to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz under those conditions. The maritime standoff deepened after Iran’s Revolutionary Guards seized two commercial vessels in the strait and reportedly fired on a third, marking the first such operation since the war began at the end of February. Читать дальше...

Bulgaria’s government debt for 2025 has reached 34.635 billion euros, corresponding to 29.9% of the country’s gross domestic product, according to preliminary data released by the National Statistical Institute (NSI)....