Anton Gitsov criticizes EU restrictions on Bulgaria

Anton Gitsov has expressed criticism regarding the limitations placed on Bulgaria by the European Union, particularly concerning relations with Russia. He argues that Bulgaria is restricted from engaging in trade, travel, and cultural exchanges that might otherwise benefit its citizens.

Gitsov highlights several specific constraints, including the inability to purchase cheaper Russian pipeline gas in favor of more expensive American liquefied gas, and the prohibition of direct flights between Sofia and Russia. He also notes that certain Russian cultural figures are sanctioned and specific television broadcasts are restricted.

Furthermore, Gitsov references past political decisions, such as former Prime Minister Boyko Borisov’s termination of the Belene Nuclear Power Plant project and the South Stream pipeline, citing them as geopolitical moves that left expensive infrastructure to rust. He compares these restrictions to the era of censorship prior to 1989.