Ukraine-Russia war latest: Huge fire off coast of Russian resort city after strike on oil tanker Multiple explosions in Kyiv as Russian Tu-95 bombers approach border The Independent UK · 5h ago
Bulgaria's leader says drone attack hits 2 commercial vessels, and Ukraine's president blames Russia Bulgaria’s prime minister says that two commercial vessels have been struck by drones in the first attack on shipping in the NATO member’s exclusive economic zone in the Black Sea The Independent UK · 14h ago
Drones strike two vessels in Bulgaria's economic zone; one ship sinks Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev revealed that drones targeted two commercial ships in Bulgaria's Exclusive Economic Zone, leading to alarming consequences. The Togo-flagged Alfa Watan sank after critical damage, while the Able vessel from Palau caught fire. Remarkably, a Bulgarian ferry was able to rescue all 18 crew members, with… The Times of India · 23h ago
Bulgaria searches for missing crew as drones hit two Black Sea ships Bulgarian authorities on Tuesday launched a search for missing crew members of a boat that sank in its economic zone in the Black Sea after drones hit two merchant vessels. Black Sea shipping has been hit by growing fallout from the war in Ukraine in recent months. France 24 · Oct 6
Bulgarian PM says drone attack on two ships is 'flagrant' breach of maritime law The EU pledged "full solidarity" with its eastern members as the search went on for the sunken vessel's crew, and no one has yet been blamed for the strikes. Euronews · Oct 6
Greece will not 'borrow' its own treasures, Mitsotakis says of Parthenon Marbles Bulgaria's Rumen Radev said the two countries had left the shadows of the past behind them, and the 48 artefacts will go on display until 5 November before returning to the places they were taken from. Euronews · Oct 3
Remains of medieval ruler Czar Samuel will arrive in Bulgaria after decades of talks with Greece The remains of medieval ruler Czar Samuel will arrive in Bulgaria after decades of negotiations with Greece The Independent UK · Oct 3
India, Bulgaria review bilateral ties; push for early India-EU FTA India and Bulgaria have called for early implementation of the India-EU free trade agreement, saying it could significantly deepen bilateral economic ties. The two sides also reviewed cooperation in trade, investment, AI, space, defence, science and technology, while discussing wider regional and global issues. The Economic Times · Oct 2
'Don't care about supporting Russia': Bulgarian PM hits back against pro-Moscow label The Bulgarian prime minister is principal among EU leaders calling for talks with Moscow over its war on Ukraine, earning him a pro-Russia label. Euronews · Oct 1
Rutte responds to Moscow's nuclear threats, and the UK leader weighs re-joining the EU Good morning, I’m Mared Gwyn. Welcome to your Thursday newsletter. Today: NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte tells Euronews that Russia should stop issuing nuclear threats, and the UK Prime Minister puts EU membership back on the table. Euronews · Oct 1
From nuclear to hybrid: The key moments from the Euronews Defence Summit Euronews hosted on Wednesday its first Defence and Space Summit. Here are the key moments from the day-long gathering, bringing together the NATO Secretary General, ministers, senior officials and industry leaders. Euronews · Sep 30
Kubilius: Europe's response to Russian hybrid attacks should be 'as painful' for Moscow The European Commissioner for Defence tells Euronews that the EU must sharpen its response to a growing spate of hybrid attacks attributed to Moscow, while rejecting those who say it's time to engage the Kremlin in diplomacy. Euronews · Sep 30
Bulgarian PM Rumen Radev urges European dialogue with Russia to avert nuclear attack "We always need to think about the worst-case scenario," Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev said at the Euronews' Defence Summit, warning of the risk of a Russian nuclear attack if tensions with Europe escalate. Euronews · Sep 30
Is Bulgarian prime minister Rumen Radev sizing up the EU’s Orbán-shaped hole? Rightwing populist’s inconsistent positions on Europe and Russia suggest he is testing how far he can push partners and electorate The Guardian - UK · Aug 19
Euronews · Aug 9 Ukraine denies targeting Bulgaria as drone explodes near pipeline, Kyiv promises inquiry An unidentified drone of a type used by Kyiv's army exploded near a pipeline bordering Bulgaria and Romania. The drone entered Bulgarian airspace from Romania before exploding 1,000 metres from the Trans-Balkan gas pipeline.
Bangkok Post · Aug 8 Ukraine denies targeting Bulgaria as drone explodes near pipeline SOFIA (BULGARIA) - Ukraine on Saturday denied targeting Bulgaria after a drone exploded close to the strategic Trans-Balkan gas pipeline linking Turkey to Ukraine near the Romanian border.
Bangkok Post · Aug 8 Drone explodes near gas pipeline in Bulgaria SOFIA, Bulgaria - A drone that entered Bulgaria on Saturday exploded near the Romanian border and the Trans-Balkan gas pipeline there, which links Turkey to Ukraine, Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev announced.
Euronews · Jul 27 'Those responsible must face the consequences': Iran again warns Bulgaria over US aircraft deployment Tehran's third warning to Bulgaria came soon after US President Donald Trump publicly thanked Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev for providing air base support.
Euronews · Jul 13 EU fails again to sanction Patriarch Kirill as Bulgaria slaps veto Bulgaria succeeded in its opposition to blacklisting Patriarch Kirill and Vagit Alekperov, as both contentious names were removed from the EU sanctions package that remains under negotiation.
Euronews · Jul 1 Five pressing tasks for Ireland as it takes over EU Council presidency Ireland has kicked off its six-month presidency of the EU Council. From accession to the budget, here are the five most pressing tasks.
Euronews · Jun 26 Oil, cod, Kirill: friction points emerge in new EU sanctions against Russia The EU wants to agree on a new round of measures targeting Moscow before 15 July, but the closed-door negotiations have difficult obstacles to navigate.
Euronews · Jun 26 Newsletter: Temperatures rise over sanctions against Russia In this newsletter: Bulgaria attempts to bulldoze part of the EU's 21st sanctions package against Russia, criticism mounts over the EU's hyped rule of law reports, and a baby makes an appearance at a council meeting in Luxembourg.
Euronews · Jun 18 Bulgarian prime minister opposes EU sanctions on Russia's Patriarch Kirill "The era of the Crusades is over," the Bulgarian prime minister said on Thursday as he confirmed his opposition to the proposal.
Euronews · Jun 10 'We have already given enough': Bulgaria's PM says weapons supplies to Ukraine will end Bulgaria, which is member of NATO and the European Union, has been providing military aid Ukraine since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in 2022.
France 24 · Jun 5 EU should not miss an opportunity on Ukraine diplomacy: Bulgarian FM Velislava Petrova Bulgaria has become notorious for holding elections. In 5 years, voters went to the polls 8 times. But this debilitating crisis finally ended on April 19th, when the Progressive Bulgaria party won an outright majority. It is led by the former president, Rumen Radev, now the prime minister.