Velislava Petrová

Escalating drone and missile incursions in Black Sea region

98 clusters · 1032 sources · last updated about 6 hours ago

Latest: Russia expels Moldovan diplomat in response to Chisinau's recent measure

The frequency of drone and missile-related incidents in the Black Sea region has increased, escalating diplomatic tensions between Bucharest, Chisinau, and Moscow. In September 2026, incursions led to drone crashes in Ro

Bulgaria–North Macedonia Iva Mihaylova extradition dispute

21 clusters · 83 sources · last updated about 12 hours ago

Latest: Iva Mihaylova claims North Macedonia detained her grandmother

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

US-Iran Conflict: Diplomatic Signaling and Market Shifts

1948 clusters · 6063 sources · last updated about 20 hours ago

Latest: Donald Trump reports positive momentum for Iran deal

The US-Iran conflict remains in a state of high tension despite signals of potential de-escalation. President Trump has stated that resuming military attacks is “highly unlikely” if a strong agreement is reached, requiri

Montenegro EU accession faces bilateral and domestic hurdles

23 clusters · 130 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Montenegro could join the EU as 28th member by 2028

Montenegro continues to advance its European Union accession goals through legislative reform and diplomatic engagement. While the nation has closed more than half of its negotiation chapters, the process faces significa

Black Sea drone attacks and maritime security escalation

31 clusters · 487 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Five sailors found dead on tanker attacked by drones in 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

North Macedonia EU relations and Alta Banka crisis

28 clusters · 70 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia advances digital transformation and roaming agreements

The relationship between North Macedonia and the European Union remains complex as Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski and President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova navigate regional disputes. Mickoski has accused Bulgaria of

North Macedonia-Bulgaria EU accession and diplomatic talks

20 clusters · 78 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Bulgaria rejects mediator for North Macedonia EU negotiations

Efforts to resolve the diplomatic deadlock between North Macedonia and Bulgaria regarding EU accession have transitioned into a direct dialogue, though significant obstacles remain. While North Macedonian Prime Minister

Bulgarian diplomatic and procurement corruption probe

6 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Bulgarian National Audit Office rejects signal on Peevski private flights

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 and Black Sea security developments

9 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Bulgaria implements emergency maritime rules for Black Sea vessels

Bulgaria is facing heightened political, economic, and maritime security concerns. In the Black Sea, escalating tensions and hybrid threats have intensified. Political analyst Dimitar Bechev warns that recent drone incid