North Macedonia has claimed historical figures as part of a drive to build a national identity. That has ruffled the feathers of the Balkan nation’s neighbors.
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Bulgaria Faces Another General Election
The nation faces its sixth general election in three years. “I’ve done this so many times people have started to feel pity for me,” one legislator said about campaigning.
Bulgarian Distrust of Russia Simmers Over a Black Sea Oil Terminal
Russia has been losing its grip on the Rosenets Oil Terminal, near the port city of Burgas, as Bulgarian authorities seek to assert greater control over the Russian-run facility.
At COP28, More Than 20 Nations Pledge to Triple Nuclear Capacity
The group, including Britain, France and the United States, said the agreement was critical to meeting nations’ climate commitments.
What to Know About 5 People Suspected of Spying for Russia in the U.K.
Three men and two women, all citizens of Bulgaria, appeared via video in court on Tuesday after being charged with conspiracy to conduct espionage.
Bulgaria, Greece and Turkey Are Hit By Floods, Killing 14
The floodwaters ravaged bridges, stranded tourists and swept away cars and buildings. Thousands of households were still cut off from power on Wednesday.
U.K. Reveals 5 Espionage Arrests After BBC Reports Russia Link
Britain’s counterterrorism unit arrested the five on suspicion of spying on British intelligence, the authorities said following a BBC report that three of the same people had been accused of spying for Russia.
‘Time Shelter,’ by Georgi Gospodinov, Wins International Booker Prize
Georgi Gospodinov’s acclaimed satire, translated by Angela Rodel, is the first Bulgarian novel to win the prestigious award.
EU Extends Tariff-Free Ukraine Grain Policy, Despite Protests
Five countries whose farmers have been hurt by the policy, including Poland, will get carve-outs and compensation, under an agreement reached Friday.
Angry Farmers Pierce Europe’s United Front on Ukraine
A grain deal that got Ukrainian exports moving and eased a global food crisis is now fueling protests in Romania and among other staunch supporters of Kyiv.