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Russia
Bulgaria Opposes EU Sanctions on Russian Patriarch Kirill
Bulgaria has objected to the inclusion of Russian Orthodox Church leader Patriarch Kirill in the EU’s proposed 21st sanctions package against Russia, diplomats told European Pravda.
June 17, 2026
War in Ukraine
Lasting Peace for Ukraine Is Key to Black Sea Security
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said regional stability depends on achieving a lasting peace between Ukraine and Russia based on international law.
June 12, 2026
Ukraine
Bulgaria Plans to Halt Weapons Deliveries to Ukraine Under New Government
The decision can disrupt the flow of artillery shells to Kyiv from one of the few EU nations capable of producing them.
June 9, 2026
Ukraine
Bulgaria’s Dara Wins 70th Anniversary Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna
Bulgarian pop singer Dara secured her country’s first-ever Eurovision victory with the party anthem “Bangaranga” at the 70th anniversary grand final in Vienna.
May 17, 2026
Ukraine
Bucharest 9, Nordic Leaders Call for Increased Pressure on Russia
NATO’s Bucharest 9 and Nordic leaders called for stronger pressure on Russia, reaffirming support for Ukraine amid ongoing Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure.
May 13, 2026
Turkey
ANALYSIS: Security, Strategy and Skullduggery: Public Opinion in the Balkans
A poll of 10,000 people in 11 countries reveals a regional split between the West and Russia. While Kosovo and Albania trust NATO, Bulgaria and Greece remain pessimistic and prone to disinformation.
May 2, 2026
EU
Ukraine Urges Bulgaria’s Incoming Leader Not to Undermine EU Support
Kyiv called for continued backing from Sofia after a pro-dialogue-with-Moscow politician won elections, raising concerns in the Ukrainian and other EU capitals, including Brussels.
April 22, 2026
Bulgaria
Bulgaria: What Does Radev’s Victory Mean?
For the eighth time in just five years, Bulgaria voted in a new government on Sunday.
April 21, 2026
Ukraine
Kyiv Mass Shooting, New Sanctions Waiver, Pro-Russian Govt. in Bulgaria – Ukraine Latest, April 20
London’s “shadow fleet” fumble, Washington’s walk-back on sanctions, Belarus’s threats of joining the war, the EU’s alternative proposal for Ukraine – updates from Ukraine and beyond
April 20, 2026
Russia
Radev Wins Bulgaria in Landslide as Pro-Russian Turn Sparks EU Questions
Rumen Radev’s Progressive Bulgaria wins a landslide in parliamentary elections, ending years of instability, with coalition talks and EU-Russia policy questions now ahead.
April 20, 2026
Bulgaria
Bulgaria’s Former President Tops Parliamentary Vote
The EU’s poorest member has seen successive governments since 2021, when anti-graft rallies brought down the conservative administration of pro-European leader Boyko Borissov.
April 20, 2026
Bulgaria
Bulgaria Bombarded by Pro-Russian Propaganda Ahead of Elections
Bulgarians are voting on Sunday for the eighth time in five years.
April 19, 2026
Russia
After Orbán’s defeat, Bulgaria May Give Putin a New EU Foothold
Hungarians just threw out Putin’s man in Europe, but Bulgarians may install his replacement.
April 18, 2026
Zelensky
Ukraine, Bulgaria Sign 10-Year Security Agreement Covering Defense, Energy
Ukraine and Bulgaria have signed a decade-long security agreement that includes military aid, joint weapons production and energy cooperation, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
March 30, 2026
Europe
Bulgaria to Join Eurozone Amid Political Turmoil, Russian Influence Fears
The country faces unique challenges, including anti-corruption protests that recently swept a conservative-led government from office.
Dec. 28, 2025
Zelensky
Bulgaria Reportedly Explores Possibility of Seizing Oil Refinery From Russian Gas Giant
Lukoil announced last week that it would sell its foreign assets after being hit hard by US sanctions against Russian oil. But Sofia may be reluctant to wait while they hammer out the details.
Nov. 6, 2025