Nuclear Plant Faces Unforeseen Issue Amid Soaring Energy Prices
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Bulgaria is grappling with a newly reported problem concerning the project for new reactors at the Kozloduy nuclear power plant, a top domestic story today. This development comes as the nation faces significant economic pressures, with average diesel prices reaching a record 1.90 euros per liter for the first time, and electricity costs also on the rise.
In other key domestic news, ministries are implementing a substantial reshuffling of dozens of employees. The ongoing 'Petrohan' case continues to see new developments, with the prosecution stating no external interference in the Petrohan and Okolchitsa incidents, and a criminal psychologist offering insights into the alleged perpetrator. Separately, claims have emerged that allegations made by the prosecution in a different context have been refuted by documentary evidence.
Meanwhile, security concerns have been highlighted by recent attacks on ATMs at a bank branch in Sofia. Political discussions include a call from Member of the National Assembly Nataliya Kiselova for the public disclosure of pardons commission members, and commentary on a reported crisis in President Iliana Iotova's campaign.