An NSO guard has been arrested for assaulting journalist Sonya Koltuklieva, who was attempting to question Speaker of Parliament Mihaela Dotsova. The incident, which left Koltuklieva injured, has led to public outcry and demands for Dotsova's resignation from opposition parties like GERB and Democratic Bulgaria. Dotsova has issued an apology, and the NSO is investigating the matter.

Mediapool: GERB Gathers Signatures for Extraordinary Session on Dots's Resignation

GERB has collected signatures to convene an extraordinary parliamentary session to discuss the resignation of Dots. This follows an incident involving the security detail of a politician and a journalist.

Mediapool: NSO Guard Arrested for Assaulting Journalist Koltuklieva

The NSO guard who shoved journalist Sonya Koltuklieva has been arrested. The incident has caused public outcry, with politicians and public figures expressing their shock.

Mediapool: Dots: I Apologize as a Woman; NSO to Investigate Incident

Minister Dots has apologized for the incident involving her security detail and a journalist, stating 'I apologize as a woman for what happened.' The National Security Service (NSO) will investigate the incident.

OFFNews: GERB collects signatures for Michaela Dotsova's resignation

The GERB party is gathering signatures to demand the resignation of Michaela Dotsova.

OFFNews: DB demands resignations of Dotsova and head of NSO

The Democratic Bulgaria (DB) coalition is calling for the resignations of Michaela Dotsova and the head of the National Security Service (NSO).

Haberler.com: Scandalous incident in Bulgaria! The Parliament Speaker's bodyguards knocked a…

In Bulgaria, journalist Sonya Koltuklieva, who wanted to ask Parliament Speaker Mihaela Dotsova a question as she was getting into her car, was knocked to the ground by bodyguards. While the female journalist remained motionless on the ground, the parliament speaker drove away from the scene in her vehicle. After the incident, which caused great anger in the country, calls were made for the parliament speaker's resignation.

Calls Mount for Bulgarian Parliament Speaker's Resignation Over Journalist Incident: Calls Mount for Bulgarian Parliament Speaker's Resignation Over Journalist…

Security guards assigned to Parliament Speaker Mihaela Dotsova shoved journalist Sonya Koltuklieva to the ground, leaving her with a concussion and a dislocated shoulder. Neither the guards nor Dotsova offered assistance, leaving the scene as witnesses looked on. The incident occurred just minutes after Prime Minister Rumen Radev launched a harsh attack on the European Parliament.

Recent polls from Alpha Research, Myara, and Trend indicate a significant narrowing in the presidential race between incumbent President Iliana Yotova and challenger Andrey Gurov. While President Yotova maintains a lead, her support is reportedly declining, with Gurov gaining traction among undecided voters. Analysts now consider a runoff election certain.

Sega: "Alpha Research": The difference between Yotova and Gyurov is only 12.8%

A poll by "Alpha Research" indicates a narrow lead for Yotova over Gyurov in a presidential race, with a 12.8% difference.

OFFNews: Alpha Research: Support for Yotova declining, Gurov attracting undecided voters

According to Alpha Research, support for presidential candidate Iliana Yotova is decreasing, while Georgi Gurov is gaining traction among undecided voters.

Dnevnik: Yotova's lead over Gyurov narrows to under 13 points, 'Alpha Research' measures

Polls by 'Alpha Research' indicate that the lead of candidate Yotova over Gyurov in the 2026 presidential elections has reduced to under 13 percentage points.

Mediapool: 'Alfa Research': Yotova Leads, But Support Decreases

According to an 'Alfa Research' poll, candidate Yotova is leading the presidential race but is experiencing a decline in support.

Mediapool: Presidential Election 2026: Latest 'Myara' Data Shows Yotova-Valchev at 43.4%…

The latest poll from 'Myara' for the 2026 presidential election indicates that Yotova-Valchev has 43.4% support, while Gyurov-Kandev has 28.9%.

OFFNews: Trend: Gap narrowing between Yotova and Gurov; a runoff is certain

The Trend agency reports that the difference in support between presidential candidates Iliana Yotova and Georgi Gurov is shrinking, with a runoff election now considered certain.

Prime Minister Rumen Radev is facing sharp criticism from European officials and the European Parliament over his perceived pro-Russian foreign policy. This has led to exchanges with MEPs and an open letter from Prime Minister Radev to the European Parliament, addressing what he views as unreasonable impositions. The situation highlights Bulgaria's ongoing geopolitical dilemma regarding its alignment with Russia versus the West.

Sega: Europe criticizes Radev for his pro-Russian stance for the first time

European officials have issued sharp criticism towards Bulgarian President Radev for what they perceive as a pro-Russian foreign policy.

Mediapool: EP Criticizes Radev for Weak Reaction to Russia; He Argues with MEPs

The European Parliament has criticized Bulgarian President Rumen Radev for his perceived weak stance on Russia, leading to a heated exchange between Radev and MEPs.

OFFNews: The Prime Minister sent an open letter to the EP, stating it's absurd for MEPs…

The Bulgarian Prime Minister has addressed an open letter to the European Parliament, criticizing what he considers an unreasonable imposition of decisions by MEPs.

Sega: The eternal Bulgarian dilemma: "Are we with Russia or is the West escalating?"

The article discusses the ongoing geopolitical dilemma faced by Bulgaria regarding its alignment with Russia versus the West.

Bulgaria's anti-drone defense capabilities are currently insufficient, with the Air Force relying on outdated radar systems to detect drones over the Black Sea. There are only two anti-drone systems in operation, with more anticipated for targeted security, indicating a lag in necessary defense infrastructure.

Sega: Bulgarian Air Force Chief: Bulgaria is searching for drones over the Black Sea…

The head of the Bulgarian Air Force stated that the country is attempting to detect drones in the Black Sea using outdated radar systems.

Capital: Bulgaria's Anti-Drone Defense: A Necessary Component, But Lagging

Bulgaria's current anti-drone defense capabilities are insufficient, with only two systems in operation and more anticipated for targeted security.

Recent arrests within the DPS party are under scrutiny, with discussions questioning whether they represent pre-election maneuvering or a weakening of the party's influence. Concurrently, opposition parties are increasing pressure on the ruling coalition, demanding resignations from government members.

Capital: DPS Arrests: Election Noise or Sign of Weakening?

Recent arrests within the DPS party are examined to determine if they are pre-election maneuvering or indicate a decline in the influence of its leader within the prosecution.

Capital: Business Breakfast: DPS Arrests, Meta Sanctions, Labor Law

A business breakfast discussion covers the implications of the DPS arrests, the $25 billion sanction against Meta, and the ongoing debate on hourly work regulations.

Sega: Opposition pressures the government for resignations

Bulgarian opposition parties are demanding that the ruling coalition members resign.