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EU critic Rumen Radev named new Bulgarian prime minister

Radev won the first outright parliamentary majority in Bulgarian elections since 1997 last month on promises to fight corruption.

Euronews · May 7

Inside Bulgaria's Giro d'Italia start: Marred by political turmoil and team disputes, can it still deliver a lasting legacy?

Cyclingnews takes a deeper look into a maligned yet fascinating foreign start for the 2026 Italian Grand Tour

Cycling News · May 4

Who is Rumen Radev, the former fighter pilot on course to be Bulgaria's next PM?

Bulgaria's former president hailed a "victory of hope" after his Progressive Bulgaria coalition topped the polls in Sunday’s election, the eighth such parliamentary vote in five years.

Euronews · Apr 20

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Bulgaria votes in eighth election in five years

Bulgarians headed to the polls on Sunday in their eighth election in five years, with former president Rumen Radev's anti-corruption bloc leading in polls.

Euronews · Apr 19

From optimism to unease: Bulgarians count the cost as euro replaces lev

Concerns over rising prices and the loss of a national symbol – the lev – have spread across Bulgaria following the country’s entry into the eurozone on Wednesday.

Radio France Internationale · Jan 2

Bulgaria switches to the euro amid mixed reactions from its citizens

Bulgaria has become the 21st country to adopt the euro, replacing the lev after nearly 20 years in the EU. While many hope it will boost the economy, concerns about inflation and political instability persist.

Euronews · Jan 1

I have found the cheapest cities in Europe for a short weekend away

TRAVEL TRENDS: These 10 cities are among Europe's most budget-friendly places for an escape this year and come with no heaving tourist crowds

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2025

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Bulgarian government resigns after mass anti-corruption protests

Tens of thousands gathered across Bulgaria on Wednesday to demand Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov's resignation, with protesters accusing the government of widespread corruption. The demonstrations come weeks before Bulgaria joins the eurozone on 1 January.

Euronews · Dec 11, 2025

Bulgaria's government fully withdraws controversial budget plan after latest protests

Bulgarian government says it is permanently withdrawing a controversial budget proposal after another night of major protests in Sofia and beyond.

Euronews · Dec 2, 2025

Bulgaria protest turns violent in Sofia as crowds oppose 2026 draft budget

A peaceful protest in Sofia escalated into violence as tens of thousands of Bulgarians demonstrated against the government’s 2026 draft budget.

Euronews · Dec 2, 2025

Bulgarian government withdraws 2026 budget draft after mass protests

Wednesday's protest in Sofia against Bulgaria's draft budget plan for 2026 drew an estimated 20,000 people, who demonstrated against a potential increase in social security contributions and the doubling of the dividend tax.

Euronews · Nov 27, 2025

Bulgaria: Thousands rally in Sofia as protesters clash with police

Tension in Sofia rose as Bulgaria's Budget and Finance Committee began work early, angering the opposition. Protests outside Parliament escalated, with clashes and injuries reported.

Euronews · Nov 27, 2025

Thousands protest in Bulgaria ahead of final parliamentary vote on controversial new budget plan

Thousands of protesters staged a major demonstration outside the parliament building in the capital, Sofia, to denounce the steep taxes announced in next year’s budget draft. Protesters formed a human chain around the building to prevent MPs from exiting.

Euronews · Nov 27, 2025

Thousands rally to protest Bulgaria’s 2026 budget

Thousands took to the streets of Sofia, Bulgaria’s capital, to denounce steep tax hikes in next year’s draft budget before its final vote in parliament

The Independent UK · Nov 26, 2025

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FourFourTwo · Sep 4, 2025

How to watch Bulgaria vs Spain: Live streams, TV details for World Cup qualifier

The European champions begin their push for World Cup qualification with a trip to Sofia – here's how to watch Spain vs Bulgaria online, on TV, from anywhere.

Euronews · Jul 17, 2025

Varna mayor's arrest sparks protests in Bulgaria and diplomatic tensions with Germany

The arrest of Varna's Mayor Blagomir Kotsev on embezzlement charges has sparked a series of protests in Bulgaria and across Europe, escalating into a diplomatic dispute with Germany.

Euronews · Jun 25, 2025

Bulgaria's former Prime Minister Kiril Petkov resigns as MP over corruption probe

Three people have been detained in the investigation, including the deputy mayor of Sofia, Vassil Terziev.

The Independent UK · Jun 13, 2025

The euro will get a new member next year – and not everyone is pleased

The EU has given the green light for Bulgaria to join the euro from January 1

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The Conversation · Jun 13, 2025

Bulgaria is joining the euro in January – and not everyone is pleased

The EU has given the green light for Bulgaria to join the euro from January 1 2026. This huge step towards European integration comes just six months after Bulgaria became a full member of Schengen area, within which people can move freely across borders.

Euronews · May 24, 2025

Bulgarians pay tribute to Cyrillic script forefathers on St Cyril and Methodius Day

Hundreds of people gathered in the Bulgarian capital on Saturday to lay flowers at the base of the statue of St Cyril and Methodius, creators of the Glagolitic script, which later evolved into the Cyrillic alphabet.

The Independent UK · Apr 16, 2025

7 of the best Eastern Europe holiday destinations for an affordable city break

Travel slightly further afield to eastern Europe for cities steeped in culture and rich culinary scenes for a fraction of the price of some popular Euro destinations

International Business Times · Mar 18, 2025

Bulgaria Ski Resort, Once Buzzing, Creaks Under Crumbling Infrastructure

Bulgarian slalom star Albert Popov, who recently claimed his first World Cup win, learned how to ski at Vitosha, the mountain towering over his native capital Sofia.

Dynamite News · Feb 11, 2024

75th Strandja Memorial Tournament: Nikhat, Panghal shine as six Indian boxers storm into finals

Two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen and Commonwealth Games gold medallist Amit Panghal put up a dominating show to enter the finals along with the four other Indian boxers at the 75th Strandja Memorial Tournament in Sofia, Bulgaria on Saturday. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Independent UK · Dec 22, 2023

5 of Bulgaria’s lesser-known ski resorts for cheap winter holidays

Skiing in the Balkans offers cheaper rates, World Cup pistes and surprisingly lively towns

France 24 · Dec 15, 2023

We've made 'huge progress' on Schengen membership: Bulgarian PM Denkov

Talking Europe sat down with the prime minister of Bulgaria, Nikolai Denkov, during a crucial EU summit that approved the start of EU accession talks for Ukraine and Moldova – but failed to find an agreement on budget support for Ukraine. We take the political temperature in the summit room…

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