Government Unveils Economic Relief, Boosts Defense Amid New Case Twists
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Bulgaria's government, led by Prime Minister Rumen Radev, has introduced new measures to ease economic pressures, including removing the excise tax on propane-butane and providing a 50-euro one-time aid to low-income households. This initiative, part of a 300 million euro 'inflationary check', directly addresses concerns over rising fuel prices and economic burdens. Concurrently, the nation is bolstering its defense capabilities by acquiring additional anti-drone systems and enhancing security at military facilities, with new directives for military personnel to guard lower airspace and pilots authorized to engage drones.
In the education sector, the disappointing PISA 2025 results are prompting calls for significant reforms, with the Ministry of Education planning new measures to improve student discipline. Meanwhile, the ongoing 'Petrohan' case has seen new developments, including the mysterious disappearance of Vladimir Malinov's indictment document and a request to remove criminal psychologist Rosen Yordanov from the expert team. Investigations also reveal that the National Security Agency (DANS) and the Prosecutor's Office were aware of issues surrounding Petrohan for at least a year prior to a significant incident.
Other key stories include the antitrust commission probing businessman Hristo Kovachki's potential involvement in the Maritsa East 3 power plant deal, and President Iliana Iotova's statements regarding not pardoning drug traffickers and her stance on labeling Russia an aggressor. The healthcare system is also under scrutiny with new, critically viewed treatment protocols for common ailments and serious conditions.