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October 15, 2026

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Two foreign nationals have been arrested in connection with the arson of Starlink antennas near Sofia, an incident that saw 11 communication antennas set on fire at a secret facility. The head of the State Agency for National Security, Plamen Tonchev, expects sabotage, but President Iliana Iotova has reportedly prohibited him from discussing the Starlink incident publicly. Separately, Prime Minister Rumen Radev's government is proposing to set the minimum wage at 660 euros, effective from January 1. This move is currently being prepared for a vote by the cabinet. In other domestic news, the registry for domestic violence remains unimplemented despite two delays and additional funding. The President of the Constitutional Court, Pavlina Panova, has accused the ruling parties of infringing on the independence of the courts and the Supreme Judicial Council, which itself controversially appointed a member's son to a sinecure position.

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Two foreign nationals have been arrested in Bulgaria for the arson of Starlink antennas, a development that follows previous reports of drone attacks on ships and diplomatic fallout. The head of Bulgaria's State Agency for National Security, Plamen Tonchev, expects sabotage, but President Iliana Iotova has prohibited him from discussing the Starlink incident. Member of Parliament Ivaylo Mirchev revealed that 11 antennas were burned at a secret facility near Sofia.

Mediapool: Two Foreigners Arrested for Burning Starlink Antennas in Bulgaria

Two foreign nationals have been arrested in Bulgaria for the arson of Starlink antennas, with investigations ongoing into potential sabotage and links to Russia.

Mediapool: Bulgaria's Security Chief Expects Sabotage; President Restricts Starlink Talk

The head of Bulgaria's State Agency for National Security expects sabotage and questioned why Russia is not being named, while President Radev prohibited him from discussing the Starlink incident.

Mediapool: 11 Starlink Antennas Burned at Secret Site Near Sofia

According to MP Ivaylo Mirchev, 11 Starlink communication antennas were set on fire at a secret facility near Sofia.

Capital: Arson Starlink: Where and What Burned in Bulgaria

An investigation into an arson incident related to Starlink, detailing where and what was burned in Bulgaria.

The Bulgarian government is proposing to increase the national minimum wage to 660 euros, with the new rate set to take effect from January 1, 2027. The cabinet is currently preparing to vote on and approve this proposal.

Capital: Government Proposes 660 Euro Minimum Wage

The Bulgarian government is proposing to set the minimum wage at 660 euros.

OFFNews: Government proposes minimum wage of 660 euros from January 1

The Bulgarian cabinet has proposed setting the minimum wage at 660 euros, effective from January 1.

Mediapool: Government Prepares to Vote for 660 Euro Minimum Wage for 2027

The Bulgarian cabinet is reportedly preparing to approve a minimum wage of 660 euros for the year 2027.

Sega: Minimum wage will be 660 euros from January 1st

The Bulgarian government has announced that the national minimum wage will be increased to 660 euros starting January 1st.

Dnevnik: Cabinet Prepares to Set Minimum Wage at 660 Euros for 2027

The Bulgarian cabinet is preparing to set the minimum wage at 660 Euros for 2027.

The President of the Constitutional Court, Pavlina Panova, has accused the ruling parties of attempting to undermine the independence of the courts and the Supreme Judicial Council. This comes as the Supreme Judicial Council controversially appointed the son of one of its members to a sinecure position, and discussions are underway regarding the appointment of a new acting Chief Prosecutor.

Dnevnik: Domestic Violence Registry Remains on Paper Amid Delays and Funding Issues

Two delays and an extra 250,000 Bulgarian Leva later, the registry for domestic violence in Bulgaria has not yet been implemented, remaining only on paper.

Sega: Despite everything, Supreme Judicial Council appoints sinecure for member's son

The Supreme Judicial Council has appointed a son of one of its members to a sinecure position, despite ongoing criticisms.

Sega: Head of Constitutional Court accuses the ruling parties of infringing on the…

The president of the Constitutional Court has publicly accused the governing coalition of attempting to undermine the independence of the courts and the Supreme Judicial Council.

Capital: New Acting Prosecutor General from Inner Circle Alleged

The new acting Prosecutor General is reportedly from the same circle as previous leadership, suggesting a lack of change.

Dnevnik: Live: Judicial Council Discusses New Acting Chief Prosecutor

The Plenum of the Judicial Council is currently discussing the appointment of a new acting Chief Prosecutor.

The Bulgarian state has been responsible for over 15 billion Bulgarian Lev in failed investments during the past decade, according to a new report.

Sega: State failed over 15 billion BGN in investments over 10 years

The Bulgarian state has been responsible for the failure of over 15 billion Bulgarian Lev in investments during the past decade.

A discussion is currently taking place on whether companies offering rapid loans should be granted access to a registry of individuals identified with gambling addictions.

Capital: Rapid Loan Companies' Access to Gambling Addiction Register Debated

A discussion is taking place on whether companies offering rapid loans should have access to a registry of individuals with gambling addictions.

The former manager of the Tuberculosis Dispensary in Blagoevgrad is facing trial on allegations of defrauding the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF).

OFFNews: Former head of Blagoevgrad TB dispensary on trial for defrauding NHIF

The former manager of the Tuberculosis Dispensary in Blagoevgrad is facing trial for allegedly defrauding the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF).

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