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Assen Vassilev also said that elections are needed as soon as possible so that those protesting outside can go and cast ...
11/12/2025

Assen Vassilev also said that elections are needed as soon as possible so that those protesting outside can go and cast their votes:

“We Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria” (PP-DB) called on the government to resign immediately. “We address Rosen Zhelyazkov – if he still has any dignity left, he should come to parliament and…

“Dear members of parliament,Tomorrow you will choose between the dignity of a free vote and the shame of dependencies. B...
11/12/2025

“Dear members of parliament,
Tomorrow you will choose between the dignity of a free vote and the shame of dependencies. Between the voice of the people and the fear of the mafia. Hear the squares!'', President Radev addressed the lawmakers:

“Tonight, the people got ahead of Parliament and cast a vote of no confidence in the government. An unprecedented number of Bulgarians of all ages and political affiliation filled the squares of Sofia…

Unlike the protest on December 1, the demonstration passed without major incidents. Young people wearing masks and hoodi...
11/12/2025

Unlike the protest on December 1, the demonstration passed without major incidents. Young people wearing masks and hoodies tried to set waste containers on fire, but the situation was quickly brought under control:

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On December 10, 2025, tens of thousands of citizens of different ages and political beliefs took part in anti-government...
10/12/2025

On December 10, 2025, tens of thousands of citizens of different ages and political beliefs took part in anti-government protests in Sofia and other cities in Bulgaria. Bulgarians abroad also expressed their dissatisfaction with the current government:

On December 10, 2025, tens of thousands of citizens of different ages and political beliefs took part in anti-government protests in Sofia and other cities in Bulgaria. They were organized by the oppo…

The weather tomorrow - sunny in the mountains, cloudy along the sea coast
10/12/2025

The weather tomorrow - sunny in the mountains, cloudy along the sea coast

Throughout the night, scattered high clouds will cover the country. After midnight, low clouds or fog will form in the plains, lowlands and around water basins, remaining until after noon. Low clouds …

'The protection of Delyan Peevski must be withdrawn — it is illogical and based on a false alert,' said Yes, Bulgaria pa...
10/12/2025

'The protection of Delyan Peevski must be withdrawn — it is illogical and based on a false alert,' said Yes, Bulgaria party co-chair Ivaylo Mirchev. He added that Peevski, the leader of DPS–New Beginning, was being guarded not only by the NSO, but also by the Special Counter-Terrorism Unit, the police, the gendarmerie, and private security. Mirchev urged that the proposal be fast-tracked for debate in the plenary, warning that if it is not considered between the two readings of the state budget, it will be resubmitted.

The “Yes, Bulgaria” party, part of the We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria (PP-DB) coalition, has submitted legislative amendments that would bar the National Protection Service (NSO) from guar…

Have an enjoyable listen!
10/12/2025

Have an enjoyable listen!

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on December 10.In “Bulgaria Today” we bring you first the latest news from this country.Next on the show: The Belitsa Bear Sa…

The tanker “Kairos”, sailing under a foreign flag, ran aground off the coast of Ahtopol last Friday:
10/12/2025

The tanker “Kairos”, sailing under a foreign flag, ran aground off the coast of Ahtopol last Friday:

Officers from the General Directorate Border Police carried out an on-board inspection of the tanker “Kairos”, which ran aground near Ahtopol, to determine whether it is safe for other persons to boar…

Due to the protest, there is a heightened police presence around the National Assembly. The Sofia Police assured that an...
10/12/2025

Due to the protest, there is a heightened police presence around the National Assembly. The Sofia Police assured that anyone suspected of planning acts of vandalism would be removed from the protest:

Students from the National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts (NATFA) staged a protest against the government. They blocked Rakovski Street in Sofia, where NATFA is located. “We want to support the lar…

Aprotest under the slogan “Resignation! Pevski and Borissov out of power!” will take place this evening at Sofia’s Indep...
10/12/2025

Aprotest under the slogan “Resignation! Pevski and Borissov out of power!” will take place this evening at Sofia’s Independence Square. Demonstrations are planned across the country as well. It follows the mass protests against the 2026 draft budget and the cabinet on December 1.

“The strength of dissatisfied Bulgarians is the most powerful weapon against the mafia! They are afraid. Let us be even more numerous this time! Otherwise they will continue to pretend they haven’t heard what the protesters want,” the organizers from “We Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria” said on Facebook.

Тhe protest will also include participants from the “Students Against the Mafia” Union, which is organizing a student protest action with students from various universities in the country. A student march is planned to join the general civil demonstration at Independence Square.

A protest under the slogan “Resignation! Pevski and Borissov out of power!” will take place this evening at Sofia’s Independence Square. Demonstrations are planned across the country as well. It follo…

"I will do it when you least expect it.” With these words, President Rumen Radev responded to a question that has stirre...
10/12/2025

"I will do it when you least expect it.” With these words, President Rumen Radev responded to a question that has stirred public debate for months - whether he is prepared to launch his own political project from the presidential institution.

The Bulgarian head of state also commented on the draft state budget, calling it “a postponed fraud”, because the greater burden on businesses and citizens would be felt from 2027.

“One of the reasons people are in the streets is that no matter what the numbers in the budget look like, as long as they remain in the hands of the same oligarchs, Bulgarians do not believe that this budget will be spent in their interest,” he said, quoted by BTA.

Regarding the mass protest against the government, accompanied by vandalism, Radev stated that Bulgarians are outraged by the arrogance, hauteur, and provocations engineered by oligarchs to discredit the discontent of free citizens.

“I will do it when you least expect it.” With these words, President Rumen Radev responded to a question that has stirred public debate for months - whether he is prepared to launch his own political …

Alarming statistics:A total of 26.6% of students aged 13 to 15 in Bulgaria use to***co products, including heated to***c...
10/12/2025

Alarming statistics:

A total of 26.6% of students aged 13 to 15 in Bulgaria use to***co products, including heated to***co, according to data presented at a Round Table on urgent measures against the ni****ne crisis in Bulgaria.

“The survey shows that the percentage of girls is higher than that of boys. 33% of girls use some form of to***co - ci******es, ho**ah, smokeless - while the share among boys in this age group is 20.4%,” said Kristina Mauer-Stender, head of the World Health Organization office in Bulgaria.

The research further shows that 23.6% of students currently smoke to***co. 19.8% smoke ci******es, 20.5% use heated to***co products, and 2.9% use smokeless to***co. In addition, 23.3% of adolescents use electronic ci******es.

A total of 26.6% of students aged 13 to 15 in Bulgaria use to***co products, including heated to***co, according to data presented at a Round Table on urgent measures against the ni****ne crisis in Bu…

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The English Service of Radio Bulgaria is part of the Bulgarian National Radio, based in Sofia. We offer daily news stories and features on Bulgaria’s cultural, social and political life. You can find out more information about our programming at www.bnr.bg/en. Explore Bulgaria’s diverse stories ranging from the Bulgarian folklore tradition to the latest economic and sports developments and feel the authentic voice of Bulgaria!