MRF Leader Peevski to Refer Bulgaria's Ex-European Prosecutor’s Allegations to National Prosecution
MRF-New Beginning leader Delyan Peevski said he will refer what he described as false allegations contained in a "fabricated alert" by former European prosecutor Teodora Georgieva to the ad hoc prosecutor and the Sofia City Prosecutor’s Office, and will send a copy to the European Public Prosecutor»»»
Syria after liberation: Investment opportunities seen key to economic recovery
Damascus, March 6 (SANA) – Syria is seeking to position itself as an attractive destination for investment following liberation, as the government moves to rebuild the economy and encourage the return of local and foreign investors after years of economic isolation. Business figures say the country»»»
Merz Warns Against Iran State Collapse, Refugee Flows
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Friday the Middle East war must not lead to the collapse of the Iranian state, warning of the impact this would have on migration to Europe. "An endless war is not in our interest. The same applies to a collapse of Iranian statehood or proxy conflicts fought on»»»
Trump Says Only Iran’s ‘Unconditional Surrender’ Can End War
President Donald Trump said Friday that only Iran's "unconditional surrender" would bring an end to the Middle East war, as Tehran was rocked by some of the heaviest US-Israeli strikes of the spiraling, week-long conflict. Now in its seventh day, the war has embroiled nations beyond the region, upe»»»
Ukraine-Hungary Feud Escalates - Zelensky’s Threats Ignite Brussels Outrage
The European Union and Hungarian opposition figures have sharply criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky over recent comments directed at Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, describing them as a threat. The remarks came amid escalating tensions between Kyiv and Budapest related to inte»»»
Trump says only Iran's 'unconditional surrender' can end war
President Donald Trump said Friday that only Iran's "unconditional surrender" would bring an end to the Middle East war, as Tehran was rocked by some of the heaviest U.S.-Israeli strikes of the spiralling, week-long conflict. Now in its seventh day, the war has embroiled nations beyond the region, »»»
Russia was behind parcel fires in UK and Europe, investigators say
Russia's military intelligence service is suspected to be behind a series of parcel fires that targeted the UK and Europe, investigators have said. European and British authorities launched a joint investigation after several self-igniting parcels detonated in Germany, Poland and at a DHL depot in »»»
New Albanian Ministers Sworn In at Presidential Ceremony
A swearing-in ceremony for several new members of Albania’s government was held today at the Palace of Brigades in Tirana. Ferit Hoxha took the oath as Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ermal Nasufi as Minister of Defense, Toni Gogu as Minister of Justice, Enea Karakaçi as Minister of Infras»»»
Shin Bet Conducts Joint Security Exercises with Bulgaria to Protect Israeli Interests
The Shin Bet and the Israeli Foreign Ministry have announced a series of measures aimed at bolstering Israel’s security worldwide, in the context of the ongoing joint US-Israeli operations against Iran. Among these steps was a coordinated exercise carried out with Bulgarian security services. This »»»
Hungary detains 7 Ukrainian bank employees, seizes $75M - UPI.com
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, right, has accused Hungary of kidnapping seven Ukrainian bank employees. File Photo by NATO/UPI | License Photo March 6 (UPI) -- Ukraine's foreign minister accused Hungary of kidnapping seven Ukrainian state bank employees and stealing the cash and gold the»»»
Son of last shah tells Russian pranksters Europe should join ‘crusade’ against Iran
Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of Iran’s last shah, has told Russian pranksters that Europe should join the US-Israeli military campaign against the Islamic Republic. Pahlavi, 65, who has resided in the US for decades, called on protesters to topple the government in Tehran during a violent uprising »»»
PPC Group and METLEN Energy & Metals join forces to develop up to 1,500 MW of energy storage projects
For the construction of these storage stations, two-hour liquid-cooled battery systems using innovative LFP technology will be deployed, maximizing both usable energy output and operational safety. The two parties are joining forces by contributing their respective expertise in development, constru»»»
War prompts Maersk to suspends shipping routes serving Persian Gulf - UPI.com
The escalation of the Iran conflict forced Danish container shipping giant Maersk to halt two key trade routes linking markets in the Middle East with Europe and Asia. File Photo by Jerry Lampen/EPA-EFE March 6 (UPI) -- Global shipping giant Maersk announced Friday it was temporarily halting two ke»»»
200 Employees Out of a Job: Battery Manufacturer Closure Signals Broader Struggles for Bulgarian Manufacturing
The Pazardzhik-based battery manufacturer "Elhim-Iskra" will halt operations and begin laying off staff, affecting nearly 200 employees, according to APIS data, Bulgarian media "Capital" reported. In an announcement to the Bulgarian Stock Exchange, the company attributed the decision to a challengi»»»
Released Senior Interior Ministry Officials Not Directly Involved in Petrohan Case Investigation - Minister
The four senior Interior Ministry officials who have been released are not directly involved in the investigation of the "Petrohan case", caretaker Interior Minister Emil Dechev told the National Assembly on Friday. He spoke during a hearing, moved by the There Is Such a People Parliamentary Group,»»»
Missile scare over Turkey: How Iran war is testing NATO’s collective defence pledge
NATO has strengthened its missile defence posture after a ballistic missile launched from Iran and heading toward Turkey — a member of the alliance — was intercepted, raising fresh concerns about the widening fallout of the ongoing Iran war. The alliance said its missile defence systems successfull»»»
Political Party Pushes for Bulgaria’s Inclusion in French Nuclear Protection Program
The political party Democrats for a Strong Bulgaria (DSB) have proposed that Bulgaria consider joining the initiative of French President Emmanuel Macron to extend France’s nuclear deterrence guarantees to other European countries. According to the party’s leader Atanas Atanasov, the issue should b»»»
Strategy for Managing Natural Disasters and Accidents Developed with EU Funds, Bulgarian Participation
A European-level strategy for the development of a system for managing emergencies, disasters and accidents was presented during the closing conference of the international project "Sustainable Disaster and Emergency Management - SUDEM" at the BTA National Press Club here on Friday. According to Pr»»»
Orban responds to Zelensky’s ‘death threat’
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has said “threats to his life” made by Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky will not deter him from breaking Kiev’s “oil blockade” of his country. Zelensky issued a thinly veiled warning to Orban on Thursday over Budapest’s ongoing refusal to lift its veto on billions i»»»
Romanian CEOs cautious on growth outlook despite strong expansion strategies – PwC survey
Optimism among chief executives in Romania has fallen to its lowest level in the past five years, even as companies continue to expand into new sectors, gain market share, and plan acquisitions, according to the local edition of the PwC CEO Survey 2026. Only a quarter of Romanian CEOs expect their »»»
'We have been preparing': Why the boots on the ground in Iran could be Kurdish
For a sixth day, the US and Israel are battering targets in Iran, waging war from the air. Could there soon be boots on the ground? Maybe. But not American ones. Iranian Kurdish opposition groups in exile in northern Iraq have told the BBC they have plans to cross the border - and have had them for»»»
Enterprise Investors backs fast-growing Romanian gym chain
18GYM operates 37 clubs with an average location size of approximately 1,500 square meters – reflecting the company’s focus on spacious, modern facilities. Each club includes dedicated zones for cardio, functional training, strength machines and free weights. The high-quality training space combine»»»
Problems in Middle East have put Romania at top of the list of holiday options
Romania, a safe and comfortable choice More than half of Romanians choose to travel with their families, and almost 35% prefer vacations as a couple, which shows that the holiday period is mainly dedicated to spending time together and relaxing. In the current international context, with tensions i»»»
Hungary Demands Explanation From Ukraine in Connection With Currency Transportation
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Hungary demands explanations from Ukraine in connection with currency transportation while conducting its own investigation, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said on Friday. Earlier in the day, Hungary's national tax and customs office said it had detained seven Ukraini»»»
World Food Prices Rebound in February, United Nations’ FAO Says
World food prices rose in February after falling for five straight months, as higher cereal, meat and most vegetable oil prices outweighed declines in cheese and sugar, the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization said on Friday. The FAO Food Price Index, which tracks monthly changes in a »»»
Media Review: March 6
MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT In its main story Capital.bg covers the war in Iran, which is escalating rapidly and spreading across the entire Middle East, and explores the implications for the region, Europe and the global economy. Iran is a complex, multi-ethnic country with over 90 million people, and th»»»
French policeman to be tried over 2023 killing of teen Nahel
A French appeals court ruled Thursday that a policeman who shot and killed a teenager in 2023 in a Paris suburb, sparking protests, should be tried for violence that led to death. A French policeman who shot and killed a teenager in 2023 outside Paris, sparking nationwide protests, will stand trial»»»
London police say 4 men arrested on suspicion of aiding Iran by spying on Jewish community
London: London police say four men have been arrested on suspicion of aiding Iran by spying on the Jewish community. In a statement Friday, the Metropolitan Police said the suspects, one Iranian and three dual British-Iranian nationals, were taken into custody on suspicion of assisting a foreign in»»»
American anger at Iran and scenarios for Gulf security
This article is a direct translation of the original article written in Arabic. The current security escalation in the Arabian Gulf cannot be seen as a brief flare-up within the familiar pattern of clashes the region has long endured. Rather, it should be understood as a genuine structural test of »»»
Did Vijay and Trisha just make their relationship official? All about their first public outing
Dubai: Tamil actor and politician Vijay, who also heads Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, was seen with actor Trisha Krishnan at a wedding reception in Chennai earlier this week. Videos from the event, shared widely on social media, show Vijay in traditional attire carrying a bouquet, while Trisha wore an »»»
Authorities rescue 346 migrants near Crete amid spike in crossings
Authorities rescued 346 undocumented migrants in seven separate operations in the sea area south of Crete and Gavdos early Friday, the Coast Guard said. One of the rescue operations involved a merchant ship, while the missions were also supported by aerial surveillance from Frontex, the European Un»»»
Ukraine's foreign minister accuses Hungary of racketeering and state terrorism
Tensions between Hungary and Ukraine, already high, have escalated sharply in recent days, with officials from both countries engaging in an increasingly acrimonious exchange of public statements. In an X post, »»»
Ukraine's foreign minister accuses Hungary of racketeering and state terrorism
Tensions between Hungary and Ukraine, already high, have escalated sharply in recent days, with officials from both countries engaging in an increasingly acrimonious exchange of public statements. In an X post, »»»
GCC, EU issue statement affirming commitment to stability of region
Doha, Qatar: The foreign ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the European Union (EU) called yesterday for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the repercussions of the crisis in the Middle East, while emphasizing the GCC states’ right to self defense. In a joint statement issued after »»»
Bulgaria Faces Rising Fuel Prices as Middle East Conflict Pushes Costs Higher
Fuel prices in Bulgaria have already begun to climb in some areas, with gas station owners linking the increase to the escalating conflict in the Middle East. Operators in the Ruse region say the impact was felt unusually quickly after the outbreak of hostilities, as wholesale fuel prices reacted a»»»
On This Day, March 6: U.S. begins daytime bombing of Berlin in WWII - UPI.com
On March 6, 1944, during World War II, U.S. bombers flying from Britain began the first daytime attacks on Berlin. 1 of 6 | The B-17G Fortress Miss Donna Mae II is damaged after drifting under another bomber during a raid over Berlin on May 19, 1944, as part of World War II. On March 6, 1944, U.S. »»»
Middle East Crisis/ 800 consular assistance requests in Eastern Hemisphere, foreign minister says
Foreign Minister Oana Toiu said on Thursday that there are currently 800 requests for consular assistance from Romanians in the Eastern Hemisphere - Indonesia, Thailand and Cambodia.She explained that, beyond the Middle East region, the conflict has disrupted access routes and airline operations th»»»
Etihad update: Abu Dhabi airline special flights now to 70 destinations
Abu Dhabi: Etihad Airways said Friday morning it has resumed a limited flight schedule from Abu Dhabi, with services now operating to 70 destinations worldwide, according to its latest operational update. The Abu Dhabi-based carrier said the flights will run between March 6 and March 19, as operati»»»
Hungary to Stop Transit of Important Supplies for Ukraine Until It Launches Druzhba - Orban
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Hungary will stop the transit of important supplies for Ukraine until it launches the Druzhba pipeline, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Friday. "We have stopped supplying gasoline to Ukraine, we will not supply diesel fuel either, but we will continue to supply elec»»»
Azerbaijan says Iran struck its territory, as war spills over border
The war in the Middle East has spilled over Iran's northern border, with Azerbaijan saying Iranian drones struck its Nakhchivan exclave on Thursday. The airport terminal was hit, a drone exploded near a school, injuring civilians, and another drone was shot down. Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev»»»
Trump says Zelensky ‘has to get on the ball’ to reach Russia deal
US President Donald Trump on Thursday said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was the main obstacle to reaching a deal with Russia, describing President Vladimir Putin as cooperative. Trump said Zelensky “has to get on the ball” and make compromises to secure an agreement. US President Donald&n»»»
‘Dhurandhar 2’ trailer release sparks confusion; makers may drop new poster today
Dubai: There appears to be considerable confusion around the promotional rollout of Dhurandhar 2, with conflicting reports circulating online about when the trailer might arrive. While some earlier reports suggested the trailer of the spy thriller would drop ahead of Holi today, there has been no o»»»
Warsaw launches security hub
Warsaw has launched Civil Security Hub Poland, the first civil security center of its kind in Europe, designed to support crisis management with satellite and drone data. The hub will assist emergency services and public administration in responding more quickly to threats such as floods, fires and»»»
Gulyás: Only President Zelensky is to blame if oil deliveries don’t resume
At Thursday’s Government Info press conference, Minister Gergely Gulyás, the minister heading the Prime Minister’s Office, addressed the current state of Hungary’s energy security and the situation surrounding the Druzhba oil pipeline. According to Minister Gulyás, the restart of crude oil deliveri»»»
Orbán: Europe is preparing for a war economy, Hungary must stay on a peace path
Speaking at the Macronomx Economic Year Opening event, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán delivered a stark warning about the direction of Europe’s economy, arguing that while many economic forecasts assume a peaceful environment, the reality discussed among European leaders is very different. According t»»»
Japan confirms two nationals detained in Iran
Toshimitsu Motegi, the Japanese Foreign Minister, announced on March 6 that two citizens of Japan are presently in Iranian custody, Kyodo Times reports. The Japanese administration has demanded the immediate release o»»»
Japan confirms two nationals detained in Iran
Toshimitsu Motegi, the Japanese Foreign Minister, announced on March 6 that two citizens of Japan are presently in Iranian custody, Kyodo Times reports. The Japanese administration has demanded the immediate release o»»»
Japan confirms two nationals detained in Iran
Toshimitsu Motegi, the Japanese Foreign Minister, announced on March 6 that two citizens of Japan are presently in Iranian custody, Kyodo Times reports. The Japanese administration has demanded the immediate release o»»»
Ukraine accuses Hungary of taking seven people hostage
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has accused Hungarian authorities of taking hostage seven employees of Ukraine's state savings bank, Oschadbank. Writing on X, Sybiha said: "Today in Budapest, Hungarian authorities took seven Ukrainian citizens hostage. The reasons are still unknown, as wel»»»
Oil production halts loom as Gulf storage facilities rapidly fill towards capacity
US President Donald Trump has said that he thinks the conflicts in Iran will go on for about a month. However if it lasts only four weeks then all of Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, and Qatar will be forced to shut down production after they run out of storage space for the oil production. »»»