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October 14, 2026

Bulgaria: Drones hit ships near Black Sea coast โ€” FrontPages.eu, October 14, 2026

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New drone attacks have targeted ships near the Bulgarian Black Sea coast, prompting Prime Minister Rumen Radev to summon Russian Ambassador Eleonora Mitrofanova. The Prime Minister stated that the Ambassador assured him there was no information from Russia's Ministry of Defense regarding recorded attacks on ships, despite the Bulgarian cabinet acknowledging the possibility of Russian involvement. In other developments, President Iliana Iotova has urged the head of the National Security Agency (DANS) not to disclose details concerning the investigation into the arson attack on Starlink antennas. Additionally, a report indicates that 110 pardon requests handled by President Iotova during her tenure as Vice President are legally questionable. Economically, the International Monetary Fund anticipates higher growth for the Bulgarian economy in 2027 but also projects increased inflation. Meanwhile, Bulgargaz plans to raise gas prices by 34% for November sales, and a power outage has halted large industrial productions in Devnya.

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Ships near the Bulgarian Black Sea coast have been hit by new drone attacks, leading Prime Minister Rumen Radev to summon Russian Ambassador Eleonora Mitrofanova. While the cabinet suspects Russian drones, Ambassador Mitrofanova has denied any information from Moscow regarding these incidents. Kiril Petkov has also issued an ultimatum to the Ambassador, and Parliament is set to hear from President Radev and security services regarding the Black Sea situation.

Sega: Drones Hit Ships Near Byala and Krapec

Several ships were targeted by drone attacks in the sea near the Bulgarian coastal locations of Byala and Krapec.

Mediapool: Two More Ships Damaged Near Bulgaria; Cabinet Suspects Russian Drones

Two additional ships have been struck near Bulgaria, and the cabinet acknowledges the possibility that the drones responsible were Russian.

Mediapool: Prime Minister: Mitrofanova Assured No Information on Who Hit Ships

The Prime Minister stated that Minister Mitrofanova assured him there is no information about who attacked the ships.

Sega: Kiril Petkov Offers Ultimatum to Mitrofanova - Another Blow and Expulsion

Kiril Petkov has presented an ultimatum to Ambassador Mitrofanova, threatening further action if certain conditions are not met.

Sega: Bulgarian Politicians Lose Their Minds Over Mitrofanova

Bulgarian politicians are reacting strongly to Russian Ambassador Mitrofanova, with Kiril Petkov issuing an ultimatum and President Radev reportedly failing in his attempt to summon her. Meanwhile, reports suggest that 110 pardon requests handled by Vice President Yotova are legally questionable.

Sega: Parliament to Hear Radev and Security Services Regarding the Black Sea

The Bulgarian Parliament will convene to hear from President Radev and security agencies concerning recent events in the Black Sea region.

Sega: Radev's Action to Summon Mitrofanova Fails Completely

President Radev's attempt to summon Russian Ambassador Mitrofanova reportedly ended in complete failure.

Dnevnik: War Closer to Bulgarian Black Sea Coast; Fire Over Sofia

The war is reportedly closer to Bulgaria's Black Sea coast, and a fire was seen over Sofia, described as an unprecedented sight in 60 years.

Sega: 110 Pardon Requests to Yotova Are on the Verge of Illegality

An investigation has revealed that 110 pardon requests processed by Vice President Yotova may be operating outside legal boundaries.

President Iliana Iotova has instructed the head of the National Security Agency (DANS) to maintain secrecy regarding the investigation into the arson attack on Starlink antennas.

OFFNews: Radev Calls for Secrecy on Starlink Arson Investigation

President Rumen Radev has urged the head of the National Security Agency (DANS) not to disclose details concerning the arson attack on Starlink.

Dnevnik: Radev Instructs Security Chief on Starlink Antennas

President Radev instructed the head of the security agency not to discuss Starlink antennas, indicating a sensitive national security matter.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) anticipates an increase in Bulgaria's economic growth rate for 2027, but also warns of higher inflation.

Capital: IMF Expects Higher Growth for Bulgarian Economy in 2027, but Also More Inflation

The IMF anticipates a stronger growth rate for the Bulgarian economy in 2027, alongside an increase in inflation.

The Constitutional Court has ruled that only Lukoil Neftochim will remain under the authority of a special administrator, who expects the company to pay substantial taxes.

Mediapool: Special Administrator: Lukoil Expected to Pay Significant Taxes

The special administrator for Lukoil expects the company to pay substantial taxes, considering fuel price comparisons across different countries and circumstances to be absurd.

Mediapool: Constitutional Court Leaves Lukoil Neftochim Under Special Administrator

The Constitutional Court has ruled to keep only Lukoil Neftochim under the authority of the special administrator.

OFFNews: Radev: No Panic Needed, Lukoil Has Fuel Until Mid-December

President Radev stated that there is no need for panic as Lukoil has sufficient fuel supplies until mid-December.

Bulgargaz has announced plans to increase the price of gas by 34% for sales in November.

Mediapool: Bulgargaz to Sell Gas 34% More Expensive in November

"Bulgargaz" plans to increase gas prices by 34% for sales in November.

A significant electricity outage caused by ESO (Electricity System Operator) has led to the cessation of major industrial production in Devnya.

Capital: Power Outage from ESO Halts Large Productions in Devnya

An electricity outage from ESO (Electricity System Operator) has stopped major industrial production in Devnya.

A severe traffic accident on the Trakia highway has resulted in its closure and the death of an employee from 'Avtomagistrali'.

Mediapool: Serious Accident Closes Trakia Highway; 'Avtomagistrali' Employee Dies

A severe traffic accident has led to the closure of the Trakia highway, resulting in the death of an employee from 'Avtomagistrali'.

In response to EU directives, Bulgaria is implementing measures to limit access to information regarding the ultimate beneficial owners of companies.

Mediapool: Bulgaria Restricts Access to Beneficial Owners of Companies Due to EU

Bulgaria is limiting access to the ultimate beneficial owners of companies, a measure taken in response to EU directives.

Authorities at the Kapitan Andreevo border checkpoint have successfully seized over 220 kilograms of marijuana.

OFFNews: Over 220 kg of Marijuana Seized at Kapitan Andreevo

Authorities have seized over 220 kilograms of marijuana at the Kapitan Andreevo border checkpoint.

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