Iliana Yotova

Technology and tourism forums in Varna

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated about 3 hours ago

Latest: Varna to host XIX Black Sea Tourism Forum

In October 2026, Varna, Bulgaria, hosted two major international forums focused on technological integration. The CONNEXUS 2026 Black Sea Software Congress, held from October 5 to 7, gathered international representative

Bulgarian presidential election moves to runoff

29 clusters · 133 sources · last updated about 20 hours ago

Latest: Bulgarian political figures react to presidential election first-round results

The Bulgarian presidential election has concluded its first round, moving toward a runoff to determine the new head of state. While specific percentages for the first round were not detailed in the latest reports, politi

Bulgarian presidential election heads to November 1 runoff

2 clusters · 393 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Haskovo region reports power outages and low voter turnout

The first round of Bulgaria’s presidential elections has concluded with record-low voter turnout, with participation levels reported between 21% and 24.4%, the lowest in the country in 37 years. Exit polls and parallel c

Bulgaria 2026 presidential election preparations and risks

51 clusters · 77 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Bulgaria election incidents: technical errors in Sofia and confrontation in Plovdiv

As the 25 October 2026 presidential election commences, logistical and integrity concerns remain central. The election follows the resignation of Rumen Radev on 19 January 2026, after which Iliana Yotova assumed the pres

Black Sea drone attacks and maritime security escalation

21 clusters · 397 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: France deploys maritime patrol aircraft to Black Sea

Security in the Black Sea has escalated following a series of drone strikes targeting commercial shipping within Bulgarian, Romanian, and Turkish waters. Throughout late 2026, multiple merchant vessels have been targeted

Bulgarian National Security Service controversies

2 clusters · 38 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Bulgarian NSO head resigns after security officer injures journalist

The Bulgarian National Security Service (NSS/NSO) has faced scrutiny following two separate incidents involving its personnel. In early October, Alexey Pashovski, a high-ranking official responsible for the security of

Bulgarian political controversy involving Bozhidar Bozhanov

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Bulgarian Prosecutor General seeks immunity waiver for MP Bozhidar Bozhanov

In October 2026, political tensions rose in Bulgaria involving Bozhidar Bozhanov, co-chairman of Democratic Bulgaria. Bozhanov accused the ruling authorities of attempting to cover up a scandal regarding pardons granted

Bulgarian Medical Union annual awards

3 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Dr. Maya Popova awarded Doctor of the Year 2026 in Veliko Tarnovo

In October 2026, the Bulgarian Medical Union held ceremonies to recognize outstanding medical professionals while marking the organization’s 125th anniversary. At the national ceremony, Professor Kaloyan Davidov, head o

Bulgarian diplomatic and procurement corruption probe

5 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Bulgaria dismisses Ambassador Ivan Yordanov from UAE post

Bulgaria is investigating a corruption scheme involving the diversion of state funds to cover private jet travel for lawmaker Delyan Peevski. Ambassador Ivan Yordanov was recalled to Bulgaria following allegations that f

Bulgarian parliamentary inquiry into Ognyan Atanasov pardon

3 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Bulgarian Parliament fails to convene hearing on drug trafficker pardon

An extraordinary session of the Bulgarian National Assembly failed to convene on October 13, 2026, due to a lack of quorum. The session was requested by the ‘We Continue the Change’ party, supported by GERB and ‘Democrat

Bulgaria–North Macedonia Iva Mihaylova extradition dispute

16 clusters · 76 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Nikoloski accuses Bulgaria of creating crisis over Mihajlova case

The dispute over Bulgarian citizen Iva Mihaylova’s medical access and legal status has escalated into an international matter. The crisis originated following a fatal head-on collision between Kočani and Štip, North Mace

Bulgarian healthcare salary debates and medical protests

3 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Medical students and young doctors protest in Sofia for healthcare reforms

Legislative debates in the Bulgarian National Assembly have intensified regarding medical salary increases to prevent brain drain. The ‘We Continue the Change’ party has proposed linking base salaries to the national ave

Bulgarian political opposition criticisms of government

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Ivaylo Mirchev accuses Bulgarian authorities of obscuring national security threats

Ivaylo Mirchev, co-chairman of the ‘Da, Bulgaria’ political formation, has leveled various criticisms against the Bulgarian government and state institutions regarding corruption, economic issues, and national security.

Bulgarian vice-presidential election campaign

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Kiril Valchev criticizes opponent Georgi Kandev over campaign conduct

The Bulgarian vice-presidential election campaign has been marked by criticism of candidate Georgi Kandev of the PPDB coalition. Initially, political analyst Prof. Rumyana Kolarova described Kandev as a ‘total loss’ and

Bulgarian 2026 presidential race updates

29 clusters · 46 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Iliyana Yotova proposes constitutional reforms for Bulgaria

The 2026 Bulgarian presidential contest has intensified as candidates formalize their runs and party endorsements solidify. Incumbent President Iliana Jotova, who officially announced her candidacy, maintains a strong po

Anthropological analysis of Tsar Samuil's remains

4 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Tsar Samuil's remains undergo anthropological analysis in Bulgaria

Following the repatriation of Tsar Samuil’s remains from Greece to Bulgaria, preliminary anthropological investigations have yielded new insights into the medieval ruler’s life and health. Analysis of the skeletal rema

Black Sea maritime risks and grain market volatility

2 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Cereal prices rise amid low supply and Black Sea tensions

Black Sea maritime security risks and port blockades have significantly impacted global grain markets. Threats to vessels near Odessa and Romania contributed to an 80% drop in combined Russian and Ukrainian wheat exports

Cultural events in Plovdiv

13 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Plovdiv hosts Autumn Crafts Fair and diverse cultural events

Plovdiv is hosting a series of cultural and artistic events throughout the late summer and autumn of 2026. In August, the city’s singing fountains in the City Garden featured a documentary film series titled ‘Discover Pl

Bulgarian political dispute over UN Ukraine statement

2 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 30 days ago

Latest: Iliyana Yotova faces criticism over UN Ukraine statement

A political dispute has emerged in Bulgaria regarding the country’s involvement in a joint United Nations political statement supporting Ukraine. The controversy stems from conflicting signals between President Iliyana Y