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Monday, September 28, 2026
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Bulgaria is seeing heightened political and economic tensions today, with a public dispute emerging between Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Galab Donev and the Governor of the Bulgarian National Bank over a proposed 'windfall profit' tax. This fiscal debate unfolds as hundreds took to the streets of Sofia to protest against President Iliana Iotova and Prime Minister Rumen Radev.
Meanwhile, fresh revelations have surfaced in ongoing corruption investigations, with a witness alleging that former Prime Minister Kiril Petkov stated that European Chief Prosecutor Laura Kövesi would confirm the arrest of former Prime Minister Boyko Borissov. These claims are part of broader legal proceedings that continue to draw public attention.
In other domestic news, the Ministry of Finance is moving to close loopholes that allowed new home purchases without VAT, and the anti-monopoly commission has initiated proceedings against seven fuel traders over their pricing strategies. Additionally, a candidate for vice president has reportedly been found to hold Soviet citizenship, adding a new controversy to the political landscape.
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A significant public dispute has erupted between Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Galab Donev and the Governor of the Bulgarian National Bank regarding a proposed 'windfall profit' tax. The BNB has expressed opposition to the tax, leading to public criticism from the Finance Minister.
Mediapool:
Finance Minister and BNB Chief in Sharp Clash Over 'Windfall Profit' Tax
A significant dispute has emerged between Bulgaria's Finance Minister and the Governor of the Bulgarian National Bank concerning the implementation of a 'windfall profit' tax, with the BNB expressing opposition.
Sega:
Finance Minister Criticizes BNB Head's Remarks
The Minister of Finance has publicly condemned the head of the Bulgarian National Bank for their recent criticisms.
Dnevnik:
Interim PM Denies BNB Governor's Interference in Politics, Clarifies Rakia Rules
Interim Prime Minister Galab Donev accused the Bulgarian National Bank governor of interfering in politics and provided clarifications regarding regulations on rakia production.
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Hundreds of citizens have gathered in Sofia to protest against President Iliana Iotova and Prime Minister Rumen Radev. Further demonstrations against the two leaders are scheduled, indicating growing public discontent.
OFFNews:
Hundreds Protest Against Yotova and Radev in Sofia
Hundreds of people gathered in the center of Sofia to protest against Bulgarian Vice President Iliana Yotova and President Rumen Radev, with live updates and photos available.
OFFNews:
New Protest Against Radev and Yotova Tonight in Sofia
A new protest targeting President Radev and Vice President Yotova is scheduled for this evening in Sofia.
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New details have emerged in the legal case surrounding the arrest of former Prime Minister Boyko Borissov. A witness claims that former Prime Minister Kiril Petkov asserted that European Chief Prosecutor Laura Kövesi would confirm Borissov's arrest, with further unexpected revelations from other witnesses.
Dnevnik:
Witness: Kiril Petkov Said Kövesi Will Confirm Borissov's Arrest
A witness claims that Kiril Petkov stated that Laura Kövesi, the European Chief Prosecutor, would confirm the arrest of Boyko Borissov, a former Bulgarian Prime Minister.
Sega:
Witnesses Reveal Surprises in Case Against K.Petkov Regarding Borisov's Arrest
Unexpected revelations have emerged from witnesses in the legal case concerning K. Petkov and the arrest of Borisov.
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The Ministry of Finance is actively closing loopholes that permitted the purchase of new homes without Value Added Tax. Concurrently, the anti-monopoly commission has launched proceedings against seven fuel traders to scrutinize their pricing strategies and cost formations.
Sega:
MF Closes Loopholes for New Home Purchases Without VAT
The Ministry of Finance is reportedly closing loopholes that allowed for the purchase of new homes without paying Value Added Tax.
Mediapool:
Anti-Monopoly Commission Targets 7 Fuel Traders on Pricing
Bulgaria's anti-monopoly commission has initiated proceedings against seven fuel traders, questioning their pricing strategies and how they determine costs.
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The government has faced criticism, receiving an 'anti-award' for its decision to close the commission related to historical dossiers. Separately, a candidate for vice president has been discovered to hold Soviet citizenship, raising questions about their eligibility and sparking a new controversy in the political arena.
Sega:
Government Receives 'Anti-Award' for Closing Dossiers Commission
The Bulgarian government has been criticized and metaphorically 'awarded' for its decision to close the commission related to historical dossiers.
Sega:
Candidate for Vice President Found to Have Soviet Citizenship
A candidate running for vice president has been discovered to hold Soviet citizenship, potentially impacting their eligibility.
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Bulgaria is participating in only two out of five major European Union defense projects, indicating a limited engagement with the bloc's defense initiatives.
Dnevnik:
Bulgaria Participates in Only Two of Five EU Defense Megaprojects
Bulgaria is only participating in two out of five major European Union defense projects, indicating a limited engagement with the bloc's defense initiatives.
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Minister Ivan Shishkov announced that the Ruse-Makaza highway is slated for concession within the next year and a half, outlining future plans for infrastructure development.
OFFNews:
Highway Ruse-Makaza to be Concessioned in 1.5 Years
Minister Shishkov announced that the Ruse-Makaza highway will be put up for concession within the next year and a half.
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An analysis suggests that systemic issues within the healthcare system are becoming apparent even before patients reach hospitals, indicating a broader collapse.
Sega:
Collapse of the Healthcare System Starts Before the Hospital
An analysis suggests that the systemic collapse within the healthcare system is manifesting even before patients reach hospitals.
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