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<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"> <channel> <title>Novinite.com (Sofia News Agency)</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/</link> <description>Real time news provider in English that informs its readers about the latest Bulgarian news - economic, political and cultural, foreign media analysis on Bulgaria and world news.</description> <language>en</language> <copyright>2001-2025 Novinite Ltd.</copyright> <item> <title>Heatwave Continues on Tuesday: Bulgaria Braces for 41°C with Localized Thunderstorms</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233277</link> <guid>233277</guid> <category>Environment</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 17:10:17 +0200</pubDate> <description>A scorching day is in store for most parts of the country, with maximum temperatures climbing between 36°C and 41°C. Sunshine will dominate the morning and early afternoon hours. As the day progresses, cumulus clouds will begin to develop, particularly over northwestern Bulgaria, where short-lived but intense thunderstorms are expected later in the afternoon....</description> </item> <item> <title>Russia’s Former Transport Minister Dies by Suicide Following Dismissal and Corruption Allegations</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233276</link> <guid>233276</guid> <category>Russia</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 17:08:09 +0200</pubDate> <description>Russia’s recently dismissed Transport Minister Roman Starovoit has reportedly died by suicide, according to multiple Russian media outlets, including the pro-government Izvestia, which cited unnamed sources. Starovoit’s body was found in Odintsovo, near Moscow, with preliminary reports suggesting he shot himself with an honorary pistol he had received from the Interior Ministry in 2023. The incident came just one day after President Vladimir Putin removed Starovoit from office on July 7....</description> </item> <item> <title>Tomorrow Is the Most Crucial Day in Bulgaria’s Modern History</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233275</link> <guid>233275</guid> <category>Politics</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>On Tuesday, July 8, a series of pivotal decisions are set to unfold that could mark a turning point in Bulgaria’s modern history. The day begins with the most critical plenary session of the current European Parliament mandate in Strasbourg, where three major votes are scheduled. Chief among them is the decision on Bulgaria’s accession to the eurozone - a vote that could finally clear the path for the country to adopt the euro as its official currency starting January 1, 2026. ...</description> </item> <item> <title>Bulgaria's Security Services to Brief Parliament on Eurozone Accession Risks</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233273</link> <guid>233273</guid> <category>Politics</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>The leaders of Bulgaria’s primary intelligence services are set to appear before parliament this week amid heightened concerns over potential threats to the country’s upcoming entry into the eurozone. On July 10, the heads of the State Agency for National Security (SANS), the State Intelligence Agency, and the Military Intelligence Service will present information before the Commission for Control over the Security Services. The meeting was scheduled by the commission’s chairman, Atanas Atanasov, and will focus on identifying and assessing risks that could disrupt the accession process....</description> </item> <item> <title>Survey Reveals Strong Support for Foster Families in Bulgaria, Calls for Reform Intensify</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233274</link> <guid>233274</guid> <category>Society</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 15:03:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>A nationally representative survey conducted in May 2025 by the "Trend" agency on behalf of the National Association for Foster Care (NAPG) reveals increasing public approval of foster care in Bulgaria, while also exposing persistent structural obstacles. The poll is part of the project "#YoungIndependent: How is it possible?" and highlights a notable shift in public opinion regarding the role and value of foster families. The findings show that the overwhelming majority of Bulgarians - 85% - see foster care as important to society, and 76% consider it a better alternative than institutional care....</description> </item> <item> <title>MEP Penkova: Bulgaria Ready for the Eurozone, Warns of Missed EU Funds Without Reforms</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233269</link> <guid>233269</guid> <category>EU</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 14:10:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>Tsvetelina Penkova, Bulgarian MEP from the Socialists and Democrats group and secretary for international affairs of the Bulgarian Socialist Party, discussed Bulgaria's European trajectory in an interview for BNR’s “Nedelya 150.” Key topics included eurozone accession, inflation, EU integration of North Macedonia, and delays in the Recovery and Resilience Plan. Penkova expressed full confidence that Bulgaria will receive broad political backing in the European Parliament ahead of the crucial July 8 vote on eurozone entry....</description> </item> <item> <title>Fentanyl Enters Bulgaria’s Streets: Largest Seizure Yet Prompts Urgent Measures</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233272</link> <guid>233272</guid> <category>Crime</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 14:03:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>In a major operation by the Prosecutor’s Office and the Directorate for Drug Control and Investigations, Bulgarian law enforcement seized two kilograms of fentanyl - an unprecedented amount for the country. The confiscated substance, prepared for street distribution, was found during coordinated actions in Targovishte and Montana. Authorities describe the bust as a serious breakthrough in efforts to combat the spread of the dangerous synthetic opioid in Bulgaria. ...</description> </item> <item> <title>Bulgarian PM: No Need to Rush - Lev to Euro Exchange Will Be Gradual and Free at First</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233271</link> <guid>233271</guid> <category>Politics</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 13:46:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov has called on citizens not to rush into exchanging their levs for euros prematurely, cautioning that unnecessary panic is being stirred by political and commercial speculators. He underlined that all procedures and timeframes related to the transition are clearly defined in the Euro Adoption Act. Zhelyazkov stressed that one month after the Council’s official decision, businesses across Bulgaria will be legally required to display prices in both levs and euros....</description> </item> <item> <title>Back to the Barracks? European Countries Debate Return of Compulsory Service</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233248</link> <guid>233248</guid> <category>EU</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>The return of compulsory military service is once again at the center of political debate in Europe, driven by heightened security concerns following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, growing tensions in the Middle East, and the renewed presence of Donald Trump in the White House. These developments have reignited discussions around defense preparedness across the EU, with many countries now reassessing how to staff their armed forces. NATO countries recently committed to boosting defense spending to 5% of GDP, but military funding alone isn’t enough....</description> </item> <item> <title>Bulgaria’s Euro Transition: Consumer Group Advises Citizens Not to Rush Currency Exchange</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233270</link> <guid>233270</guid> <category>Society</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 12:02:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>Gabriela Rumenova, founder of the consumer advocacy platform We, the Consumers, has urged the public to be cautious and informed in the period leading up to Bulgaria’s official adoption of the euro. Speaking in an interview for BNT, she advised citizens not to act hastily when it comes to exchanging their levs, pointing out that impulsive decisions can lead to unnecessary costs. According to Rumenova, individual choices have a direct impact on how the market behaves, often resulting in distortions....</description> </item> <item> <title>MEP Fuglsang: Bulgaria's Eurozone Entry Marks Success; North Macedonia Must Respect Sofia's Concerns</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233268</link> <guid>233268</guid> <category>EU</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 11:24:01 +0200</pubDate> <description>Danish MEP Niels Fuglsang, representing the Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats, described Bulgaria’s anticipated entry into the eurozone as a clear signal of progress and economic strength. Speaking to BNR, Fuglsang noted that the European Parliament and the Council of the EU are expected to confirm Bulgaria’s accession from January 1, adding that this development reflects the country’s sound fiscal discipline and broader European alignment. “It’s impressive that Bulgaria has met the criteria for joining the eurozone,” Fuglsang said....</description> </item> <item> <title>Bulgaria’s Euro Path Secure, Currency Reserve Intact, Says Ex-Finance Minister</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233267</link> <guid>233267</guid> <category>Finance</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 11:15:23 +0200</pubDate> <description>Former Finance Minister Vladislav Goranov expressed confidence that Bulgaria’s transition to the euro is now irreversible, assuming the upcoming parliamentary vote on three legislative acts proceeds as expected. Speaking to bTV, he stated that after the formal approval, nothing stands in the way of the country adopting the euro by January 1. Goranov firmly dismissed concerns about the stability of the Bulgarian lev, assuring that its value will remain intact....</description> </item> <item> <title>Missile Exchange Between Israel and Houthis Follows Attack on Seized Ship</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233265</link> <guid>233265</guid> <category>World</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 11:03:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>Israel has carried out a wave of airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen, hitting ports, a power facility, and the radar system of a ship previously seized by the rebel group. The Houthis responded with missile attacks aimed at Israeli territory, marking a renewed escalation in cross-border hostilities linked to the broader fallout from the Israel-Hamas war. According to the Israeli military, its forces struck three Red Sea ports under Houthi control - Hodeidah, Ras Isa, and as-Salif - as well as the Ras Kanatib (also referred to as Ras Kathib) power plant....</description> </item> <item> <title>Euro Is Bulgaria’s Shared Currency, Not Foreign, Says GERB MP</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233266</link> <guid>233266</guid> <category>Politics</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>With Bulgaria’s entry into the eurozone nearing completion, GERB MP Raya Nazaryan emphasized that the euro should not be seen as a foreign currency, but rather as a shared European one. “In one day, Bulgaria’s full European integration will be finalized. We’ve fulfilled all the necessary conditions....</description> </item> <item> <title>Tensions and Tariffs Overshadow BRICS Summit Amid US Warnings and Middle East Crises</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233264</link> <guid>233264</guid> <category>World</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 10:17:11 +0200</pubDate> <description>At their summit in Rio de Janeiro, BRICS leaders issued a sharp rebuke of rising global tariffs and recent military actions in the Middle East, while the absence of key figures such as Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin underscored concerns over the bloc’s internal cohesion. Although a broad range of political, economic, and security issues were discussed, the summit was defined by its guarded rhetoric toward the United States and a careful avoidance of direct confrontation. In a lengthy declaration, BRICS nations expressed strong disapproval of new tariffs that they argued contravene World Trade Organization rules, indirectly criticizing the United States without explicitly naming President Donald Trump....</description> </item> <item> <title>ING THINK: Euro Adoption on Track as Bulgaria Maintains Economic Stability in 2025</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233263</link> <guid>233263</guid> <category>Finance</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 10:08:39 +0200</pubDate> <description>Macroeconomic OverviewBulgaria’s economy in 2025 continues to demonstrate a stable performance, largely driven by household consumption and wage increases. These factors have helped to cushion the effects of slower industrial output and weaker trade activity. Despite existing inflation risks, the adoption of the euro now appears highly likely, positioning the country for a major economic transition by early 2026. ...</description> </item> <item> <title>Shumen Businesses Seek Compensation After Black Panther Scare Drives Tourists Away</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233262</link> <guid>233262</guid> <category>Society</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 10:04:51 +0200</pubDate> <description>Restaurateurs and hoteliers operating in the Shumen Plateau area are demanding state compensation after business activity was severely disrupted due to the search for a black panther in the region. The entrepreneurs say the incident led to a significant decline in customer visits, resulting in financial losses. Yuliy Dimitrov, who rents a tourism complex in the area, said on Nova TV that the disruption began on June 20, when the natural park was unexpectedly placed under tight police control and access was restricted....</description> </item> <item> <title>Trump Slams Musk’s ‘America Party’ as a ‘Train Wreck’ and a Threat to U.S. Stability</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233261</link> <guid>233261</guid> <category>World</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:15:40 +0200</pubDate> <description>U.S. President Donald Trump lashed out at Elon Musk’s latest political ambitions, branding the tech billionaire’s plan to form a new party “ridiculous” and calling Musk himself a “train wreck....</description> </item> <item> <title>Bulgaria Stuns World Champions USA in Thrilling U19 Volleyball Showdown</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233260</link> <guid>233260</guid> <category>Sports</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:12:57 +0200</pubDate> <description>Bulgaria’s U19 women’s volleyball team delivered a remarkable performance at the World Championship in Osijek, Croatia, claiming a dramatic 3:2 victory (25:15, 16:25, 27:25, 13:25, 15:5) over the reigning champions, the United States. This was their fourth match in the group stage and their third win overall, securing a place in the round of 16. Led by head coach Atanas Petrov, the Bulgarian team had already notched wins against Spain (3:0) and Turkey (3:2), a finalist in the previous world championship....</description> </item> <item> <title>Refugee Pressure on Bulgarian-Turkish Border Drops Sharply</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233247</link> <guid>233247</guid> <category>Defense</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:01:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>The number of refugees attempting to cross the Bulgarian-Turkish border has dropped significantly in the past two years, a trend attributed to enhanced security measures and increased European funding. During a joint visit to the border near the village of Golyam Dervent in Yambol Province, Austria’s Federal Minister of the Interior Gerhard Karner and Bulgaria’s Interior Minister Daniel Mitov observed the results of a reinforced border control strategy. Minister Karner credited Austria’s diplomatic pressure on the European Commission for the substantial financial support allocated to Bulgaria’s border security efforts....</description> </item> <item> <title>Bulgaria’s Revenue Agency Steps Up Checks on Coastal Businesses, Uncovers Over 90 Violations</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233249</link> <guid>233249</guid> <category>Tourism</category> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 08:15:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>The National Revenue Agency (NRA) has intensified inspections along Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast as part of its summer oversight campaign. One of the targeted sites was a popular restaurant in the Trakata area near Varna. Inspectors arrived at midday on Friday and conducted a full audit - reviewing data from fiscal devices, POS terminal documentation, comparing cash register reports with actual contents, and verifying employee contracts....</description> </item> <item> <title>Bulgarian Artist Christo and Wife Jeanne-Claude Immortalized in Central Paris</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233253</link> <guid>233253</guid> <category>Culture</category> <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>A square in the heart of Paris will soon bear the names of Bulgarian-born artist Christo (Christo Vladimirov Javacheff) and his wife and creative partner Jeanne-Claude. The decision was taken by the Paris City Council and endorsed by Mayor Anne Hidalgo. The square is situated at the center of the historic Pont Neuf - Paris’s oldest standing bridge - where Christo and Jeanne-Claude famously realized one of their most iconic projects 41 years ago by wrapping the bridge in fabric. ...</description> </item> <item> <title>US Transforms Greek Bay into Strategic Military Stronghold</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233252</link> <guid>233252</guid> <category>Southeast Europe</category> <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>The United States is reinforcing its military footprint in the Eastern Mediterranean by heavily fortifying the naval base at Souda Bay, located on the Greek island of Crete. The upgrade involves the deployment of advanced weaponry and defense systems aimed at shielding crucial assets positioned in this geopolitically sensitive area. The move, reported by Greek daily Kathimerini, signals the growing importance of the base not only to NATO but to broader US strategic operations in the region. ...</description> </item> <item> <title>Swiss Alps Hit Glacier Melt Threshold Alarmingly Early</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233242</link> <guid>233242</guid> <category>Environment</category> <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>The annual melting of snow and ice in the Swiss Alps has already reached a critical point, far earlier than usual. The benchmark moment - referred to as "glacier loss day" - signals that the snow accumulated over winter has completely disappeared. Any further melting from now until autumn will come directly at the expense of the glaciers themselves....</description> </item> <item> <title>The 50 Best and Most Luxurious Restaurants on the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast in 2025</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233243</link> <guid>233243</guid> <category>Tourism</category> <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 16:46:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>The Travel&Lifestyle magazine has released its annual ranking of the top 50 restaurants along the Bulgarian Black Sea coastline, as reported by Travel News. This selection reflects both customer feedback across platforms like Google, TripAdvisor and Facebook, as well as personal evaluations conducted by the magazine’s own journalists. Establishments operating under the all-inclusive model were excluded, as their services are not accessible to the general public. ...</description> </item> <item> <title>A Bulgarian Voice in Ukraine’s Defense: The Story of Volodymyr from Zaliznychne</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233259</link> <guid>233259</guid> <category>Ukraine</category> <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 12:03:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>In the village of Zaliznychne in Ukraine’s Odesa Oblast, the Bulgarian community stands as a symbol of resilience and unity amid war, Besarabian Front reports quoting the Youtube channel of Ukrainian media "Суспільне Одеса". The village, founded by Bulgarian settlers in 1861, remains deeply connected to its heritage, language, and customs. That legacy continues today, even as many residents take part in the country’s defense efforts. ...</description> </item> <item> <title>Sofia Commuters Face Changes as Stamboliyski Blvd. Shuts Down for Summer Works</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233258</link> <guid>233258</guid> <category>Society</category> <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 11:22:39 +0200</pubDate> <description>From July 6 until September 12, 2025, traffic on Sofia's Aleksandar Stamboliyski Boulevard will be closed to vehicles between Bulina Livada Street and Vardar Boulevard, including the intersection of Aleksandar Stamboliyski and Vardar Boulevards. This closure is due to reconstruction works on the boulevard and railway, along with the construction of a major water supply system critical for the area. Drivers are advised to use alternative routes via Naycho Tsanov Street in the Ilinden residential district and N....</description> </item> <item> <title>Zelensky and Trump Pledge Air Defense Cooperation in 'Most Productive' Call Yet</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233257</link> <guid>233257</guid> <category>Ukraine</category> <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 11:15:06 +0200</pubDate> <description>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has described his July 4 phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump as “the best conversation in all this time....</description> </item> <item> <title>Nighttime Horror in Razgrad: Car Slams Into Bistro, Leaves Three Dead</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233256</link> <guid>233256</guid> <category>Incidents</category> <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 11:06:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>Three people were killed in the early hours of July 6 in Razgrad, when a 19-year-old driver crashed a car into a group sitting outside a local restaurant. The fatal incident occurred shortly after 1:30 a.m....</description> </item> <item> <title>Elon Musk Breaks from Trump, Launches ‘America Party’ to Challenge Two-Party System in the US</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233255</link> <guid>233255</guid> <category>World</category> <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 11:03:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>Elon Musk announced on Saturday that he is creating a new political force in the United States - a third party called the "America Party" - marking a major departure from his close political alignment with President Donald Trump. The move follows weeks of tension between the two men, culminating in Musk’s public condemnation of Trump’s signature domestic policy bill, which was signed into law on Friday. In a post on X, his social media platform, Musk accused both major parties of enabling corruption and fiscal irresponsibility, claiming Americans are trapped in a “one-party system” that threatens democracy....</description> </item> <item> <title>Bulgaria Faces Scorching Heat Until Midweek, Followed by Sudden Temperature Drop and Storms</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233254</link> <guid>233254</guid> <category>Environment</category> <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 10:56:57 +0200</pubDate> <description>The heat across Bulgaria continues to intensify, with Sunday bringing even higher temperatures than the day before. A dangerous heat alert is active for the entire country, with most areas placed under a second-level warning. Morning lows will hover around 20°C, while daytime highs will range from 35°C to 40°C....</description> </item> <item> <title>Sofia Without Hot Water: Summer Maintenance Schedule Announced</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233245</link> <guid>233245</guid> <category>Society</category> <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 10:51:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>"Toplofikatsiya Sofia" (Heating Systems Sofia) has begun its routine summer maintenance, which will lead to temporary suspension of hot water for residents across different neighborhoods in the capital. The company emphasized that the shutdowns will occur at various times throughout July and August, depending on the specific heating district. The first area affected is Lyulin, where the preventive maintenance is already underway....</description> </item> <item> <title>Pentagon Proposes Full Withdrawal of Iconic Ground-Attack Jet by 2026</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233246</link> <guid>233246</guid> <category>World</category> <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 10:25:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>The U.S. military is preparing to retire what has long been considered one of its most iconic and feared warplanes, marking a significant turning point in the history of American air power....</description> </item> <item> <title>Bulgaria Faces Another Dangerous Fire Season Due to Neglected Forests</title> <link>https://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233219</link> <guid>233219</guid> <category>Environment</category> <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 09:53:00 +0200</pubDate> <description>The risk of forest fires remains high in Bulgaria this year, forestry experts warn. Despite a wet spring, the resulting lush vegetation has largely gone unmanaged. Combined with the anticipated high summer temperatures, conditions are ripe for fires to continue destroying forested areas....</description> </item></channel></rss>
