List of Bulgaria articles
![Boyko Borisov, the head of Bulgaria's center-right ruling GERB party and a former prime minister, delivers a speech during a pre-election rally in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria.]()
Boyko Borisov, the head of Bulgaria's center-right ruling GERB party and a former prime minister, delivers a speech during a pre-election rally in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria.
Bulgaria Is Stuck in an Electoral Doom Loop
Its parliament’s dysfunction has paved the way for a pro-Russian presidential power grab, and this week’s elections are unlikely to help.
![Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis (L) and then-Bulgarian Prime Minister Kiril Petkov take part in the inauguration ceremony of the Interconnector Greece-Bulgaria (ICGB) gas pipeline, in Komotini, Greece, on July 8.]()
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis (L) and then-Bulgarian Prime Minister Kiril Petkov take part in the inauguration ceremony of the Interconnector Greece-Bulgaria (ICGB) gas pipeline, in Komotini, Greece, on July 8.
Energy Is Pulling Bulgaria Back Into Russia’s Orbit
After a break with Moscow, the new caretaker government in Sofia is poised to realign with the Kremlin by signing a new contract with Gazprom.
![Protester holds scarf reading "Macedonia" during the demonstration organized by opposition party VMRO-DPMNE in front of the Macedonian Government building in capital Skopje on Nov. 28, 2020.]()
Protester holds scarf reading "Macedonia" during the demonstration organized by opposition party VMRO-DPMNE in front of the Macedonian Government building in capital Skopje on Nov. 28, 2020.
How Biden Can Thwart Putin Loyalists in Bulgaria
Pro-Russian nationalists are close to taking power in Sofia. Washington can weaken them by offering recognition of North Macedonia’s nationhood.
![The logo of Russia’s energy giant Gazprom is seen in Bulgaria.]()
The logo of Russia’s energy giant Gazprom is seen in Bulgaria.
Russia Is Back to Blackmailing Europe Over Energy
Europe’s energy dealer is playing hardball.
![Then-Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borissov gestures as he arrives for the special European Council summit in Brussels on Feb. 21, 2020.]()
Then-Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borissov gestures as he arrives for the special European Council summit in Brussels on Feb. 21, 2020.
When Voters Chase Novelty
New parties are emerging faster than ever before, and as Bulgaria shows, this can threaten the stability of democracy.
![An elderly woman waves to a volunteer during Christian Orthodox Easter celebration in Bucharest, Romania, on April 18.]()
An elderly woman waves to a volunteer during Christian Orthodox Easter celebration in Bucharest, Romania, on April 18.
Western Europe Is Losing Its Immigrants
Eastern Europeans are returning home in droves. Here’s what that means for Eastern Europe’s economies—and the European Union.
![People wave Bulgarian flags during an anti-government protest near the parliament building in Sofia on Oct. 16.]()
People wave Bulgarian flags during an anti-government protest near the parliament building in Sofia on Oct. 16.
If Trump Wins, America Could Look a Lot Like Bulgaria
Corruption, oligarchs, and media concentration have weakened Bulgarian democracy.
![US President Donald Trump speaks during his meeting with Nato Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg at Winfield House, London on Dec. 3, 2019.]()
US President Donald Trump speaks during his meeting with Nato Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg at Winfield House, London on Dec. 3, 2019.
NATO Defense Funds Have Been Building for Years, but Trump Wants the Credit
Renewed defense spending by European states is in part a response to Russian aggression.
![European flags wave in front of the Berlaymont building in Brussels on Jan. 14. (Michele Spatari/NurPhoto via Getty Images)]()
European flags wave in front of the Berlaymont building in Brussels on Jan. 14. (Michele Spatari/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
For Eastern Europe, Brussels Is the New Moscow
After upcoming elections in Poland, Hungary, Bulgaria, and Romania, healing Europe’s east-west divide will be more urgent than ever.
![A man holds a picture with Macedonian national hero Goce Delcev in front of the parliament building in Skopje on June 23, 2018 during a protest against the new name of the country, the Republic of North Macedonia.]()
A man holds a picture with Macedonian national hero Goce Delcev in front of the parliament building in Skopje on June 23, 2018 during a protest against the new name of the country, the Republic of North Macedonia.
Refighting the Balkan Wars Won’t Lead to a Seat at the Table in Brussels
Historical feuds still threaten to stop Eastern European countries from joining the EU.
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A construction worker works on the TurkStream pipeline in the Black Sea on June 23, 2017. (TurkStream Project/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)
Russia’s Pipe Dreams Are Europe’s Nightmare
Putin’s plans to run the TurkStream pipeline through the Balkans won’t end well.
![Bulgarians light candles during a vigil in memory of Bulgarian television journalist Viktoria Marinova in the city of Ruse on Oct. 8. (Photo by Dimitar Dilkoff /AFP/Getty Images)]()
Bulgarians light candles during a vigil in memory of Bulgarian television journalist Viktoria Marinova in the city of Ruse on Oct. 8. (Photo by Dimitar Dilkoff /AFP/Getty Images)
When Killing the Messenger Becomes the Norm
More journalists are assassinated than die in war zones.
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Drugs seized by Syrian police in Damascus on Jan. 4, 2016. (Louai Beshara/AFP/Getty Images)
Is the ‘Jihadi Drug’ Moving Out of Syria?
The DEA says Captagon production is shifting back to Europe. Experts are doubtful.
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‘Bulgarian Donald Trump’ Wants Gay Politicians Outed
Ahead of next week’s pride parade, one parliamentarian suggests homosexuality is a conflict of interest for politicians.
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The Weekend Behind, The Week Ahead: Bias-Based Crimes in America, Elections in Bulgaria, Peace Deal in Colombia, Obama off to Europe
Here's the rundown of what happened this past weekend and what to look for this week while you sip your Monday morning coffee.
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The Weekend Behind, The Week Ahead
A quick look over your Monday morning coffee at some of the weekend's top stories from around the world.
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skates against the Pittsburgh Penguins at the Nassau Coliseum on December 29, 2010 in Uniondale, New York. The Islanders defeated the Penguins 2-1 in the shootout.
Turns Out This is a Bad Time to Joke About Blowing Up a Plane
A flight from Poland to Egypt was grounded after a drunken passenger joked to the crew that he had brought a bomb on board.
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Sofia’s Choice
Why the energy agendas of the United States, Europe, and Russia are colliding head-on in Bulgaria, a small, Russophile country in the far-off corner of Europe.
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Bulgaria Is Stuck in an Electoral Doom Loop
Its parliament’s dysfunction has paved the way for a pro-Russian presidential power grab, and this week’s elections are unlikely to help.
Energy Is Pulling Bulgaria Back Into Russia’s Orbit
After a break with Moscow, the new caretaker government in Sofia is poised to realign with the Kremlin by signing a new contract with Gazprom.
How Biden Can Thwart Putin Loyalists in Bulgaria
Pro-Russian nationalists are close to taking power in Sofia. Washington can weaken them by offering recognition of North Macedonia’s nationhood.
Russia Is Back to Blackmailing Europe Over Energy
Europe’s energy dealer is playing hardball.
When Voters Chase Novelty
New parties are emerging faster than ever before, and as Bulgaria shows, this can threaten the stability of democracy.
Western Europe Is Losing Its Immigrants
Eastern Europeans are returning home in droves. Here’s what that means for Eastern Europe’s economies—and the European Union.
If Trump Wins, America Could Look a Lot Like Bulgaria
Corruption, oligarchs, and media concentration have weakened Bulgarian democracy.
NATO Defense Funds Have Been Building for Years, but Trump Wants the Credit
Renewed defense spending by European states is in part a response to Russian aggression.
For Eastern Europe, Brussels Is the New Moscow
After upcoming elections in Poland, Hungary, Bulgaria, and Romania, healing Europe’s east-west divide will be more urgent than ever.
Refighting the Balkan Wars Won’t Lead to a Seat at the Table in Brussels
Historical feuds still threaten to stop Eastern European countries from joining the EU.
Russia’s Pipe Dreams Are Europe’s Nightmare
Putin’s plans to run the TurkStream pipeline through the Balkans won’t end well.
When Killing the Messenger Becomes the Norm
More journalists are assassinated than die in war zones.
Is the ‘Jihadi Drug’ Moving Out of Syria?
The DEA says Captagon production is shifting back to Europe. Experts are doubtful.
‘Bulgarian Donald Trump’ Wants Gay Politicians Outed
Ahead of next week’s pride parade, one parliamentarian suggests homosexuality is a conflict of interest for politicians.
The Weekend Behind, The Week Ahead: Bias-Based Crimes in America, Elections in Bulgaria, Peace Deal in Colombia, Obama off to Europe
Here's the rundown of what happened this past weekend and what to look for this week while you sip your Monday morning coffee.
The Weekend Behind, The Week Ahead
A quick look over your Monday morning coffee at some of the weekend's top stories from around the world.
Turns Out This is a Bad Time to Joke About Blowing Up a Plane
A flight from Poland to Egypt was grounded after a drunken passenger joked to the crew that he had brought a bomb on board.
Sofia’s Choice
Why the energy agendas of the United States, Europe, and Russia are colliding head-on in Bulgaria, a small, Russophile country in the far-off corner of Europe.
