Bulgaria prepares to nationalize Lukoil refinery as US sanctions hit Russian oil
Draft legislation would give state manager power to sell assets and freeze proceeds as Lukoil scrambles to offload international holdings.
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Bulgaria signals it may welcome Putin’s jet — if it’s headed to Trump in Budapest
Bulgarian FM Georgiev said facilitating talks is more important than blocking a leader wanted for mass deportations of Ukrainian children during the ongoing war.
Russian Feniks recon UAV washed ashore on beach in Bulgaria—it crashed months ago in the Black Sea
Bulgarian Navy specialists blew up the drone wreckage found on the beach.
It wasn’t just the Skripals—Russia’s covert attacks spanned years and continents, UK intelligence reveals
British findings show how Moscow weaponized disinfo, cyberwar, and assassination at scale.
From India to Egypt: Leak reveals scope of sanctioned JSC Russian Helicopters’ international network
InformNapalm reveals extensive foreign links in major defense data breach.
Six Russian spies from Bulgaria sentenced in UK to up to 10 years each
Plots included spying on a US base and targeting journalists.
Bulgaria rejects Putin’s claim it helped provoke Russia’s Ukraine war
Putin blamed NATO presence in Romania and Bulgaria for Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Both states dismissed the allegations.
Bulgaria unexpectedly rejects sale of Russian nuclear reactors to Ukraine
Bulgaria canceled the planned $682 million sale of two Russian nuclear reactors to Ukraine, leaving Kyiv officials searching for alternatives.
NATO tests European deployment capabilities without US participation
As Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine nears its 4th year, the EU moves toward military self-sufficiency amid concerns over Trump’s commitment to collective defense.
Bulgaria to earn over € 500 mn from Ukraine military aid in reimbursements
Sofia receives substantial compensation from Western allies for providing Soviet-era military equipment and ammunition to support Ukraine's defense efforts.
Pro-Russian Bulgarian politician claims part of territory from Ukraine, fueling Kremlin narratives
Bulgaria Revival party leader Kostadin Kostadinov has aligned with Russian messaging by declaring Ukraine's imminent collapse and demanding the return of Southern Bessarabia (a part of Odesa Oblast) to Bulgaria.
Bulgaria promises aid to Moldova after Russian gas supply halt
The energy minister stated that Sofia is ready to provide Moldova with access to both LNG and pipeline gas.
Bulgarian leader withdraws Ukraine security support as Trump’s peace talk speculation grows
Bulgarian deputy Boyko Borissov withdraws support for Ukraine security agreement amid growing peace talk discussions.
Artist arrested for anti-Russia protest and Russian flag burning in Bulgaria
Witnesses from the civil organization BOEC accused Bulgarian police of physical violence and verbal threats to the US-Bulgarian artist, who was protesting Russia's actions in Ukraine. The Sofia District Court, however, ruled in favor of free speech, acquitting Alexandra Mileva.
Ukraine’s energy minister defends Russian reactor purchase from Bulgaria amid criticism
Ukraine's government faces opposition to a $600 million plan to purchase Russian-made nuclear reactors from Bulgaria. Critics argue the deal could fuel corruption and question whether the aging equipment will effectively address Ukraine's energy crisis, Politico says.
Bulgarian President admits blocking appointment of pro-western ambassador to Kyiv
Bulgaria's caretaker government has bypassed presidential approval to appoint a temporary ambassador to Ukraine, sparking criticism from President Radev.
Bulgaria to donate surplus military equipment to Ukraine, says defense minister
Bulgarian Defense Minister Atanas Zapryanov announced plans to provide Ukraine with excess military equipment and ammunition following a thorough review of Bulgarian military resources and finding a surplus equipment that could be donated to Ukraine without compromising national security.
Bulgarian Orthodox Church elects pro-Kremlin Metropolitan Daniil as new Patriarch
In 2023, the newly elected Bulgarian Patriarch Daniil expressed his support for the Russian invasion of Ukraine, drawing criticism from some clergy members.
Bulgarian president declines NATO summit attendance over his anti-Ukraine stance
Bulgaria's pro-Russian President Rumen Radev has declined to attend the NATO summit in Washington, citing disagreements with the government's framework positions on commitments regarding Russia's war in Ukraine.
Ukraine shields neighboring countries from Russian aggression in the Black Sea, says US Ambassador Brink in Odesa
US Ambassador Bridget Brink, at the Black Sea Security Forum in Odesa, highlighted Ukraine's crucial role in preventing Russian aggression in the Black Sea, protecting nations like Moldova, Romania, Turkey, and Bulgaria.