Bulgaria is entering an 'excess deficit' procedure, subjecting it to increased EU monitoring, as Prime Minister Rumen Radev announced the 2026 deficit is projected to be 'well above 3%'. Former Finance Minister Simeon Dyankov suggests an apology to Brussels for inaccurate 2025 deficit figures, while the opposition GERB party accuses the government of inflating the deficit, potentially jeopardizing Eurozone entry.

Mediapool: Dyankov: Radev is right, Bulgaria should apologize to Brussels for inaccurate…

Former Finance Minister Simeon Dyankov stated that President Radev is correct in suggesting Bulgaria should apologize to Brussels for providing inaccurate deficit figures for 2025, a sentiment also echoed by GERB who accuse the government of inflating the deficit.

Mediapool: GERB accuses Radev's cabinet of inflating 2025 deficit at the expense of the…

The GERB party has accused the current government of artificially inflating the budget deficit for 2025, which they claim will negatively impact Bulgaria's prospects of joining the Eurozone.

Mediapool: Radev: The deficit in Budget 2026 will be 'well above 3%'

President Rumen Radev has stated that the budget deficit for 2026 is projected to exceed 3% of GDP, indicating potential fiscal challenges.

Mediapool: Prime Minister announced that Bulgaria is entering a 'excess deficit' and…

The Prime Minister has officially announced that Bulgaria is being placed under a procedure for an excess budget deficit and will be subject to increased monitoring by the European Commission.

Bulgarian space technology company EnduroSat has successfully raised $205 million in a new funding round, marking the largest investment of its kind for a Bulgarian company.

Capital: EnduroSat Raises $205 Million in Largest Round for Bulgarian Company

Bulgarian space technology company EnduroSat has successfully raised $205 million in a funding round, marking the largest such round for a Bulgarian company to date.

The PISA 2025 results reveal that 30% of Bulgarian students find school unproductive, alongside a significant achievement gap between wealthy and poor students. In response, the Ministry of Education and Science plans to introduce new disciplinary policies in schools.

Sega: PISA 2025: For 30% of our students, school is a waste of time

A report on the PISA 2025 results, indicating that 30% of Bulgarian students perceive school as unproductive.

Sega: Due to poor PISA results, the Ministry of Education will propose new…

In response to unsatisfactory PISA scores, the Ministry of Education and Science plans to introduce new disciplinary policies in schools.

Sega: Wealthy students in Bulgaria outperform poor students by 90-100 points

The PISA results reveal a significant achievement gap between wealthy and poor students in Bulgaria, with the former scoring considerably higher.

The 'Petrohan' case continues to see new developments as psychologist Rosen Yordanov has refused to withdraw from the investigation, despite a request from the prosecution for his removal. Prosecutors are actively examining financial flows related to the case, and Minister Asen Vasilev has alleged that the State Agency for National Security (DANS) is protecting criminals involved.

Sega: Rosen Yordanov refuses to withdraw from the 'Petrohan' case

Rosen Yordanov has declined to step down from his involvement in the legal case known as 'Petrohan'.

Sega: Prosecution asked to remove psychologist Rosen Yordanov from 'Petrohan' case

The prosecution has received a request to disqualify psychologist Rosen Yordanov from participating in the 'Petrohan' case.

OFFNews: Prosecutors investigate financial flows in the 'Petrohan' case

The Bulgarian prosecution is examining the financial transactions related to the controversial 'Petrohan' case.

OFFNews: Asen Vasilev on Petrohan: DANS is patronizing criminals

Minister Asen Vasilev alleges that the State Agency for National Security (DANS) is involved in protecting individuals involved in criminal activities related to the 'Petrohan' case.

The prosecution has finalized a new legal case against an individual widely referred to as the 'Bulgarian Escobar', indicating ongoing efforts in combating organized crime.

Sega: Prosecution concludes new case against 'Bulgarian Escobar'

The prosecution has finalized a new case against an individual referred to as the 'Bulgarian Escobar', indicating ongoing legal developments.

Members of the economic committee in the Bulgarian parliament have given their initial approval to a new law regulating fast loans.

Capital: Parliamentary Committee Approves New Fast Loan Law

Members of the economic committee in the Bulgarian parliament have approved a new law for fast loans on first reading.

Minister of Regional Development and Public Works, Ivan Shishkov, announced that the construction of the Sofia ring road is anticipated to be completed within the next three years.

Mediapool: Shishkov: Sofia's ring road should be completed within 3 years

Minister Shishkov stated that the construction of the Sofia ring road is expected to be completed within the next three years.

A man and a woman were discovered deceased inside a residence in the Boyana neighborhood of Sofia, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances of their deaths.

Mediapool: Man and woman found dead in a house in the capital's Boyana district

Authorities have discovered a man and a woman deceased inside a residence located in the Boyana neighborhood of Sofia.

OFFNews: Man and woman found in pools of blood in their home in Boyana

A man and a woman were discovered in their residence in the Boyana district, surrounded by pools of blood, prompting a police investigation.

The Bulgarian national volleyball team secured a significant and historic 3:2 victory against Poland during the EuroVolley tournament held in Sofia.

Mediapool: SPORT: Bulgaria achieves historic success, defeats Poland 3:2 at EuroVolley in…

The Bulgarian national volleyball team has secured a significant victory against Poland with a score of 3:2 in the EuroVolley tournament held in Sofia.