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Audit Office Sends Four Conflict of Interest Cases to Anti-Corruption Commission.

The Bulgarian Audit Office has referred four conflict of interest cases to the Anti-Corruption Commission for verification, which took effect in June 2026. Among those under scrutiny are former NDK Sofia director Andriyana Tatarova and three other officials.

13 Jul

BFSA Stops 56 Shipments of Over 230 Tons of Risky Goods at Border in June.

The Bulgarian Food Safety Agency blocked the import of over 230 tons of products from third countries in June. Among the stopped goods were tomatoes, peppers, matcha tea, dried figs, pistachios, and cumin due to pesticides, mycotoxins, and irregular documents.

13 Jul

Fatal crash on the Republic Pass, driver killed.

A serious accident on road II-55 near Gurkovo claimed the life of a car driver who entered oncoming traffic during an improper overtaking maneuver. The truck driver tried to avoid the collision, but the crash was inevitable.

13 Jul

Direct losses from forest fires in Bulgaria increase more than eightfold in 15 years.

An analysis by WWF Bulgaria shows that direct losses from forest fires have increased more than eightfold on average over the last 15 years, with nearly 38% of the total for the period 2011-2025 attributed to 2025. The main cause is the Pirin fire, which cost over 17 million leva.

13 Jul

Prosecution Seeks Permanent Detention for Truck Driver in Trakia Highway Crash.

The prosecution has requested the most severe pre-trial detention measure – remand in custody – for the 56-year-old truck driver who caused a serious crash on the Trakia highway, resulting in one death and two injuries. The Burgas District Court will consider the request on Tuesday.

13 Jul

After 20-Year Struggle, Residents of Bazan Save Their School.

After nearly two decades of effort, residents of the village of Bazan near Ruse managed to save the local school building. An anonymous donor bought the structure, which is set to be transferred to Ruse Municipality and turned into a children's center.

11 Jul

Daniel Buzov Reveals New Data on the Petrohan-Okolchitsa Tragedy.

Five months after the tragedy, journalist Daniel Buzov presents unpublished data, including allegations of public opinion manipulation and a missing crypto wallet. He raises questions to the Ministry of Interior about the Vrashka Chuka border checkpoint and foreign mercenaries.

11 Jul

Two Bulgarians convicted of spying for Russia released and deported.

British authorities released and deported to Bulgaria Ivan Stoyanov and Vanya Gaberova, who were convicted of spying for the Kremlin. The release sparked controversy as the intended victims, including journalist Hristo Grozev, were not notified.

11 Jul

Nikolay Popov Condemns Gloating Comments After Death of Vesela Lecheva's Son.

Nikolay Popov expressed condolences to Vesela Lecheva and sharply criticized the lack of empathy on social media following the tragic death of her son Martin Velev in Greece. He shared his personal pain as a parent who has experienced a similar loss and called for humanity.

11 Jul

Bulgarian Accused of Attempting to Transfer Confiscated Cryptocurrency Worth 300 000.

Rosen Yosifov, a Bulgarian citizen, has been charged with attempting to transfer nearly 300 000 from confiscated cryptocurrency. He is already serving a sentence for money laundering through fake ads.

11 Jul

Slavi: Rumen Radev suffers from split personality disorder.

ITN leader Slavi Trifonov posted a critical message on social media targeting Prime Minister Rumen Radev's actions.

8 Jul

NHIF Arranges Treatment Abroad for Three Critically Ill Children in Two Days.

The National Health Insurance Fund approved treatment abroad for three children, who will be transported by Spartan military aircraft to Germany and Italy. Two children will receive stem cell and liver transplants in Germany, and the third a liver transplant in Italy.

8 Jul

Overloaded Trucks Not Allowed to Leave Port Burgas EAD.

All trucks now undergo mandatory weighing, and if overweight, the cargo is unloaded or redistributed. Overloaded trucks are no longer allowed to leave Port Burgas EAD.

8 Jul

First Stage of 13-th International Biennial of Small Forms Pleven`2026 Begins.

The first stage for participation in the 13-th International Biennial of Small Forms Pleven`2026 has started, with artists required to submit their works by 31 July 2026. Requirements include digital reproductions in JPG format, and a seven-member jury will conduct the selection.

8 Jul

WIPO Prepares AI Resources for SMEs, Warns of Scams.

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is preparing a series of AI resources for small and medium-sized enterprises and warns of increased scam attempts via fake messages and payment requests.

8 Jul

33 firefighters from Pleven receive awards for professionalism.

33 employees of the Regional Directorate Fire Safety and Protection of the Population – Pleven were honored on the occasion of the professional holiday of the Ministry of Interior – July 5. Director Commissioner Stanislav Atanasov received the Honorary Badge of the Ministry of Interior – III degree.