EU Says Strikes on Lebanon Endangering US-Iran Ceasefire
The European Union on Thursday called on Israel to halt its strikes on Lebanon which it said were endangering the US-Iran ceasefire, AFP reported. "Israeli actions are putting the US-Iran ceasefire under severe strain. The Iran truce should extend to Lebanon," the European Union's top diplomate Kaj»»»
Media Review: April 9
ENERGY - ECONOMY 24 Chasa reports in an extensive article that the Bulgarian caretaker Government is actively managing the impact of global energy tensions on domestic prices, monitoring goods and fuel, and providing targeted support to transport and vulnerable sectors. Ceasefire developments in th»»»
Euro Adoption in Bulgaria Has Limited Impact on Consumer Prices, ECB Analysis Shows
Bulgaria’s transition from the lev to the euro has so far had a limited and largely one-off impact on consumer prices, said experts from the European Central Bank (ECB) in an analysis published on the institution’s blog on Thursday. According to the calculations, inflation in Bulgaria would have be»»»
US-Iran Truce Shows Cracks as War Flares in Lebanon
Lebanon declared a national day of mourning on Thursday after Israeli strikes pummeled the country, shaking a fragile truce less than 48 hours after it came into force. Washington and Tehran both claimed victory after agreeing to a two-week ceasefire and negotiations aimed at ending a war that has »»»
PPC Renewables develops 60 MW BESS system at Targusor wind farm
PPC Renewables Romania, the largest private investor in renewable energy in Romania, continues to develop its portfolio of hybrid capacities and will build a battery energy storage system (BESS) with a capacity of 60 MW | 120 MWh within the Zephyr 1 project (CEE Targusor). The project amounts to a »»»
Health and Finance ministers to start negotiations with Pfizer
Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan said on Wednesday that the Ministers of Health and Finance will travel to the United States next week to begin negotiations with Pfizer, following the court ruling against Romania in the case concerning the purchase of COVID-19 vaccines. He added that Romania will also r»»»
Bulgarian Authorities Warns of Disinformation Wave Ahead of April 19 Election
Bulgaria is bracing for an increase in disinformation activity in the run-up to the parliamentary elections on April 19, with authorities warning of coordinated attempts to influence voters and destabilize public trust. Acting Deputy Foreign Minister Velizar Shalamanov said institutions are already»»»
Business - Oil prices fall after ceasefire deal as questions over Hormuz Strait linger
A two-week ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran on Wednesday led to a steep drop in oil prices and a rebound in Asian and European equities. In this edition, we see what the various stakeholders are saying the deal means for the future of the Hormuz Strait through which a fifth of»»»
Bulgaria’s industrial producer prices post fastest rise in SEE in February
Bulgaria recorded the fastest annual increase in industrial producer prices among EU member states in February, Eurostat data showed on April 8, underlining persistent cost pressures in the bloc's newest eurozone member. I»»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
BP leading effort to develop energy deposits in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan
A flurry of recent deals and announcements suggest significant new reserves of natural gas are contained in the Ustyurt Plateau, which spans western sections of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. The prospect of a major Ustyurt find is, in turn, helping to fuel interest in building a trans-Caspian gas corr»»»
BP leading effort to develop energy deposits in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan
A flurry of recent deals and announcements suggest significant new reserves of natural gas are contained in the Ustyurt Plateau, which spans western sections of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. The prospect of a major Ustyurt find is, in turn, helping to fuel interest in building a trans-Caspian gas corr»»»
BP leading effort to develop energy deposits in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan
A flurry of recent deals and announcements suggest significant new reserves of natural gas are contained in the Ustyurt Plateau, which spans western sections of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. The prospect of a major Ustyurt find is, in turn, helping to fuel interest in building a trans-Caspian gas corr»»»
BP leading effort to develop energy deposits in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan
A flurry of recent deals and announcements suggest significant new reserves of natural gas are contained in the Ustyurt Plateau, which spans western sections of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. The prospect of a major Ustyurt find is, in turn, helping to fuel interest in building a trans-Caspian gas corr»»»
Greenpeace says gas flaring persists in eastern EU despite methane ban
Greenpeace said on April 8 that fossil fuel operators in parts of eastern Europe are continuing to burn methane in potential breach of new EU rules banning routine flaring, raising concerns over energy waste and environmental harm. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
Greenpeace says gas flaring persists in eastern EU despite methane ban
Greenpeace said on April 8 that fossil fuel operators in parts of eastern Europe are continuing to burn methane in potential breach of new EU rules banning routine flaring, raising concerns over energy waste and environmental harm. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
Greenpeace says gas flaring persists in eastern EU despite methane ban
Greenpeace said on April 8 that fossil fuel operators in parts of eastern Europe are continuing to burn methane in potential breach of new EU rules banning routine flaring, raising concerns over energy waste and environmental harm. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
Greenpeace says gas flaring persists in eastern EU despite methane ban
Greenpeace said on April 8 that fossil fuel operators in parts of eastern Europe are continuing to burn methane in potential breach of new EU rules banning routine flaring, raising concerns over energy waste and environmental harm. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
North Macedonia’s FX reserves up 9.6% y/y in March
North Macedonia’s foreign exchange reserves increased by 9.6% year-on-year in March 2026, reaching €4.249bn (chart), the country’s central bank said on April 7. Compared with February, the Southern European country's »»»
Moldova’s PM says unification with Romania becoming increasingly realistic prospect
The prospect of unification between the Republic of Moldova and Romania is becoming increasingly relevant, Moldovan Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu said during a recent visit to Bucharest, according to Infotag, noting a growing shift in public perception and political discourse on the issue.»»»
Verne launches Europe’s first commercial robotaxi service in Zagreb
Croatian autonomous vehicle company Verne said on April 8 it had launched Europe's first commercial robotaxi service in Zagreb, allowing members of the public to book and pay for driverless rides through its app. "For the »»»
Greenpeace says gas flaring persists in eastern EU despite methane ban
Greenpeace said on April 8 that fossil fuel operators in parts of eastern Europe are continuing to burn methane in potential breach of new EU rules banning routine flaring, raising concerns over energy waste and environmental harm. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
Greenpeace says gas flaring persists in eastern EU despite methane ban
Greenpeace said on April 8 that fossil fuel operators in parts of eastern Europe are continuing to burn methane in potential breach of new EU rules banning routine flaring, raising concerns over energy waste and environmental harm. »»»
Bulgaria’s ex-president Radev warns rivals may seek to discredit election result
Bulgaria’s former president Rumen Radev has accused pro-EU rivals of attempting to discredit the upcoming parliamentary election by invoking the threat of foreign interference, warning that the vote could be challenged using what he called the “Romanian model”. »»»
Greenpeace says gas flaring persists in eastern EU despite methane ban
Greenpeace said on April 8 that fossil fuel operators in parts of eastern Europe are continuing to burn methane in potential breach of new EU rules banning routine flaring, raising concerns over energy waste and environmental harm. »»»
US-Europe relations strains bring Nato alliance close to breaking point
The West is discussing a new defence alliance format to replace Nato that would include Ukraine. Nato's current form is ineffective, so it is worth creating a new defence structure that would include Ukraine, said Keith Kellogg, former US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine. »»»
Hungary's Orban says friendship elevated to new level in leaked talk with Putin
A leaked transcript of a phone call between Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and Russian President Vladimir Putin, dated October 17, 2025, revealed Hungary’s readiness to host a Russian–U.S. peace summit in Budapest, while also highlighting Orban’s close relationship with Putin, Bloomberg»»»
Hungary's Orban says friendship elevated to new level in leaked talk with Putin
A leaked transcript of a phone call between Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and Russian President Vladimir Putin, dated October 17, 2025, revealed Hungary’s readiness to host a Russian–U.S. peace summit in Budapest, while also highlighting Orban’s close relationship with Putin, Bloomberg»»»
Greenpeace says gas flaring persists in eastern EU despite methane ban
Greenpeace said on April 8 that fossil fuel operators in parts of eastern Europe are continuing to burn methane in potential breach of new EU rules banning routine flaring, raising concerns over energy waste and environmental harm. »»»
Poland’s central bank increases gold reserves to 583 tonnes after March market correction
The National Bank of Poland (NBP) expanded its gold reserves to just over 583 tonnes in March, taking advantage of a sharp correction in global gold prices, bankier.pl, an economic and financial news website, reported on April 7. »»»
JD Vance praises Viktor Orban, accuses EU and Ukraine of meddling in Hungarian elections
US Vice President JD Vance praised Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban for his leadership on energy security, calling him a model for other European leaders to follow amid the continent's ongoing energy crisis at a joint press conference in Budapest on April 7. »»»
Hungary's Orban says friendship elevated to new level in leaked talk with Putin
A leaked transcript of a phone call between Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and Russian President Vladimir Putin, dated October 17, 2025, revealed Hungary’s readiness to host a Russian–U.S. peace summit in Budapest, while also highlighting Orban’s close relationship with Putin, Bloomberg»»»