Новости за 05.05.2026

The European Union is facing what officials describe as an unprecedented strain on its energy system, according to comments made by European Commissioner for Energy Dan Jorgensen during a joint press briefing in Brussels with Moldovan Energy Minister Dorin Junghietu. As he stated, “we are experiencing the worst energy crisis in history.” ...

President Iliana Yotova wrapped her round of consultations with parliamentary forces, meeting representatives of “Progressive Bulgaria”, GERB, DPS, PP, DB, and Revival, as part of the constitutional procedure ahead of handing over the mandate to form a government. The talks took place at the presidency amid high expectations following the elections, with Yotova emphasizing that the next phase would be more demanding. “The elections are over and from here the more difficult part begins,” she said... Читать дальше...

Reports indicate a change in the structure of Delyan Peevski’s personal security detail, with three officers from the Specialized Counterterrorism Unit at the Interior Ministry reportedly withdrawn from his protection team. According to the media outlet “Izvan Efir,” the MP from the Movement for Rights and Freedoms is now guarded exclusively by the National Security Service (NSS), following a decision attributed to an interagency commission responsible for assessing risk levels for protected individuals. Читать дальше...

On May 6, 2026, St. George’s Day, Bulgaria is expected to see relatively mild spring conditions, with nighttime lows generally ranging between 5°C and 10°C. In Sofia, the minimum temperature will be close to 6°C....

Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov said the outgoing administration is handing over more than formal documentation, describing the transition as one built on continuity and practical guidance. In a brief video message, he explained that his team is leaving behind not only reports, but also a structured framework for action, including timelines, risk assessments, and detailed financial estimates. Reflecting on the start of his mandate, Gyurov remarked that the initial approach to governance felt... Читать дальше...

President Iliana Yotova concluded a full round of consultations with parliamentary forces by meeting representatives linked to “Revival,” as part of the constitutional process ahead of handing over the first mandate to form a government. The meeting at the presidency took place without party leader Kostadin Kostadinov, with four former MPs from the previous parliament: Angel Slavchev, Ivaylo Chorbov, Georgi Hrisimirov, and Svetoslav Todorov, taking part instead. Opening the discussion, Yotova emphasized... Читать дальше...

From May 11 to June 20, 2026, service on Sofia Metro Line 3 will operate only between Gorna Banya and Orlov Most, with two central stations, Teatralna and Hadji Dimitar, temporarily taken out of operation due to infrastructure works. According to the announcement, the interruption is linked to a planned 40-day construction activity involving a shaft that will later support a future extension of the line toward the Slatina and Mladost districts. The works are part of broader development efforts aimed at expanding the metro network. Читать дальше...

President Iliana Yotova continued consultations with parliamentary forces by meeting representatives of “We Continue the Change” (PP) at the presidency, as part of the constitutional procedure ahead of handing over the first mandate to form a government. Opening the talks, she pointed to the high expectations following the elections and stressed that the next phase would be more demanding, particularly given the urgent need to address the state budget. As she noted, “The elections are over and from... Читать дальше...

The opening stages of the Giro d’Italia in Bulgaria, scheduled between May 6 and May 10, 2026, will be accompanied by an extensive cultural and public program across several host cities, including Burgas, Nessebar, Veliko Tarnovo, Plovdiv, Sofia, and smaller municipalities along the race route. The program begins on May 6 in Burgas, where the official team presentation for the Giro d’Italia will take place at the Summer Theater starting at 6:00 p.m....

A used car lot on the southern edge of Sofia had seven imported sedans sitting on it last March, all from German auctions, all priced between 9000 and 13000 euros, and the owner told me he had run history reports on every single one before photographing them for his listings. Two years ago, he wouldn't have bothered. He said the reports cost him about 15 to 20 euros per vehicle and he treated them the same way he treated transport insurance, just another line item in the acquisition budget, and the... Читать дальше...

GERB leader Boyko Borissov stated that his party will pursue a constructive approach in the National Assembly, emphasizing dialogue with other political forces during a meeting with European Union ambassadors held on the day of consultations at the presidency. According to Borissov, the discussions took place in the presence of the ambassador of Cyprus, H.E....

Romania’s government has collapsed after parliament passed a vote of no confidence against center-right Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan, marking the end of his administration following a political shift driven by an unusual alliance between the Social Democratic Party and far-right forces. The motion was approved during a tense parliamentary session on Tuesday, bringing down Bolojan’s government. He rejected the initiative during the debate, calling it politically motivated....

President Iliana Yotova opened the consultations with “Democratic Bulgaria” by focusing on the country’s fiscal situation and the timeline for adopting a new state budget, stressing that the caretaker government had been operating under an extended financial framework. She noted that the current budget had already been prolonged twice and remained denominated in levs, while raising questions about when a new budget could realistically be introduced and what constraints, or “red lines,” would shape its preparation. Читать дальше...

A proposal will be submitted today by the DPS parliamentary group to establish a temporary parliamentary commission tasked with examining allegations of informal and unregulated influence over political, economic, and social processes attributed to the business and media network known as the “Capital” circle, associated with businessman Ivo Georgiev Prokopiev. According to the submitted reasoning, the concept of an “oligarchic model” in Bulgaria’s public discourse over the past two decades has repeatedly been linked to this circle. Читать дальше...

A violent incident involving two 16-year-old boys in Veliko Tarnovo ended in an attempted homicide after a dispute escalated into a knife attack, according to statements from local police and the prosecutor’s office. Authorities said the confrontation took place around 7 p.m....

The major landslide in the Rhodope Mountains near the Pamporovo-Smolyan road is being attributed primarily to severe water saturation of soil layers, with authorities still examining whether the triggering factor was prolonged rainfall or leakage from a nearby dam. Officials said the most likely explanation so far is “severe over-saturation with water” of the terrain, which destabilized the slope above the Raykovski Livadi area. However, investigators have not yet determined whether the water accumulation... Читать дальше...

Greece has declared its readiness to take part in a potential international operation aimed at securing maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, amid ongoing instability in the wider Persian Gulf region. The announcement came from Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis during talks in Athens with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, where the issue of regional security and global supply routes was discussed. Gerapetritis said Athens supports coordinated international efforts designed... Читать дальше...

Online and land-based gambling generate hundreds of billions of dollars in revenue each year, yet many participants engage with little understanding of how the industry actually works. For those looking to explore gambling articles covering the mechanics, regulation, and psychology behind wagering, the gap between casual play and informed play can be significant. How the Gambling Industry Is Structured ...

On May 6, 2026, Sofia will host the official celebrations for the Day of Courage and the Bulgarian Army Holiday, with the National Security Service (NSS) introducing extensive security and traffic measures around the city center. The main ceremony will begin at 10:00 a.m....

Consultations at Bulgaria’s presidency continued on Tuesday as President Iliana Yotova met with representatives of the Movement for Rights and Freedoms (DPS), who arrived without party leader Delyan Peevski. The talks are part of a constitutional process ahead of the expected mandate handover to “Progressive Bulgaria,” which won the parliamentary elections with an absolute majority. Further reading: Bulgaria's President Opens Government Talks as Progressive Bulgaria Takes Lead, Radev’s Absence Noted... Читать дальше...

Officials have reported that Bulgaria’s parliamentary elections for the 52nd National Assembly were not significantly affected by foreign interference, with only limited cyber activity detected in the final hours of voting. Caretaker Deputy Foreign Minister Velizar Shalamanov told a hearing of the European Parliament’s Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield that no major incidents linked to external interference were recorded. He noted that “limited cyberattacks were noticed only in... Читать дальше...

CSKA Sofia marked its 78th anniversary on May 5, commemorating the founding of one of Bulgaria’s most decorated and historically significant football clubs. The organization released a celebratory statement on its official website, reflecting on its past achievements, institutional legacy, and long-term ambitions for renewal and competitiveness. In its message, the club directly addressed supporters, pointing to May 5, 1948, as the symbolic beginning of what it called “the legend of the greatest... Читать дальше...

President Iliyana Yotova held consultations with GERB representatives as part of the constitutional procedure for forming a new government, marking what she described as a shift into a “new political situation” following the elections and the emergence of a stable parliamentary majority. At “Dondukov” 2 street, Tomislav Donchev, Raya Nazaryan, and Yordanka Fandakova attended the meeting, while Yotova highlighted expectations for responsibility and institutional stability. She told the delegation... Читать дальше...

Sofia is preparing for a significant surge in outbound traffic ahead of the St. George’s Day holiday (May 6), with authorities expecting tens of thousands of vehicles to leave the capital on May 5 and May 6. According to the Road Infrastructure Agency, around 75,000 cars are projected to depart Sofia, with the heaviest flow anticipated in the afternoon....

The United States military said it carried out operations against Iranian forces in the Gulf, including the sinking of six small boats it described as targeting civilian shipping, as it pushed forward with efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The announcement came alongside reports that American-flagged merchant vessels had successfully transited the strategic waterway under a new US-led initiative. According to US Central Command, Iranian forces used cruise missiles, drones and small boats in... Читать дальше...