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Thursday, October 29, 2026
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A container ship has sunk near Shabla after being struck by drones, which military officials confirmed originated from the east. A Russian combat drone was also discovered on a beach near Arapya, and it was revealed that France had previously warned the Bulgarian Navy about the attack on the vessel.
In domestic political news, the ongoing presidential election has faced questions of integrity after votes reportedly disappeared from 14 voting machines across four regions during the first round. Separately, the Central Election Commission ruled that Prime Minister Rumen Radev's statements did not constitute campaigning, a decision Democratic Bulgaria plans to appeal. President Iliana Iotova and Prime Minister Rumen Radev also drew criticism from opposition parties GERB, PP, and DB for their perceived "flimsiness" towards Russian President Putin.
Economically, the government has pledged to keep electricity and heating prices stable until July 1, though gas users may see adjustments. This comes as a European Commission report indicates that salaries are growing faster than the national economy. In legal developments, businessman Minyo Staykov was released after 2.5 years in custody and subsequently halted his lawsuit against the prosecution, while the prosecution and prison service are appealing the release of a convict in the death of Milen Tsvetkov.
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Amidst the ongoing 2026 presidential elections, concerns about integrity have arisen after votes reportedly disappeared from 14 voting machines across four regions. The Central Election Commission (CEC) found no evidence of campaigning in Prime Minister Rumen Radev's statements, a decision Democratic Bulgaria plans to challenge in court. Furthermore, opposition parties GERB, PP, and DB have criticized President Iliana Iotova and Prime Minister Rumen Radev, accusing them of 'flimsiness' and…
Dnevnik:
Presidential Election 2026: Positions of Yotova and Gurov on Russia, war…
This story details the positions of Yotova and Gurov regarding Russia, the ongoing war, the state budget, and power, in the context of the 2026 presidential elections.
OFFNews:
Dementia: Votes disappeared from memory in 14 machines in 4 regions in the…
Votes have disappeared from the memory of 14 voting machines across four regions during the first round of elections, a phenomenon described as 'dementia'.
Dnevnik:
CEC sees no campaigning in PM's statements; DB to appeal decision in court
The Central Election Commission (CEC) found no evidence of campaigning in the Prime Minister's statements, a decision that Democratic Bulgaria plans to challenge in court.
Mediapool:
'Flimsiness' and 'Condescension' Towards 'Peace-Loving Putin.' GERB, PP, and…
Political parties GERB, PP, and DB have criticized President Radev and Vice President Yotova, accusing them of 'flimsiness' and 'condescension' towards Putin.
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The government has pledged that electricity and heating prices will remain unchanged until July 1, although individuals heating with gas will face price adjustments. This announcement comes as a European Commission report indicates that salaries in Bulgaria are growing faster than the national economy. Meanwhile, high electricity prices are compelling some businesses to temporarily halt operations, and milk processors' proposal for a 10% markup to retailers was refused. Additionally, over 1.8…
Sega:
Expensive Electricity Forces Companies to Temporarily Halt Operations
High electricity prices are compelling businesses to temporarily suspend their work, indicating a significant economic strain.
OFFNews:
Abrovski: Milk processors proposed a 10% markup to chains, and theirs not to…
Abrovski stated that milk processors offered retailers a markup of up to 10%, while their own markup should not exceed 25%, but the chains refused this proposal.
Capital:
Salaries in Bulgaria Outpace Economy, EC Report Shows
A European Commission report indicates that salaries in Bulgaria are growing faster than the national economy.
Mediapool:
Over 1.8 Billion Euros for Missing 24km Through Kresna Gorge
A sum exceeding 1.8 billion euros has been allocated for the construction of the missing 24 kilometers of road through the Kresna Gorge.
Mediapool:
Authorities Promise Electricity and Heating Will Not Increase Until July 1…
The government has pledged that electricity and heating prices will remain unchanged until July 1, while individuals heating with gas will face price adjustments.
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