Man not on plane claims responsibility for Sofia bomb threat
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A flight from Tel Aviv to Vienna made an emergency landing in Sofia today following a bomb threat. In a surprising turn, a man who was not a passenger on the aircraft has claimed he was the one who made the threat, prompting further investigation.
Meanwhile, new revelations from the State Security files indicate that four candidates in the upcoming presidential elections had previously collaborated with the State Security (DS). On the economic front, Bulgarian companies reported a 9% increase in total revenues, reaching 348 billion euros, although the country's budget deficit hit 3.6 billion euros by the end of September. Deputy Prime Minister Ivo Hristov stated that efforts are underway to keep the deficit within 3%.
Concerns continue over the Black Sea, with the military prosecutor's office investigating a drone-damaged ship near Burgas. The UK Ambassador warned that Russia has a plan for Black Sea attacks, and there are risks for Bulgaria's trade if Black Sea routes are disrupted. Prices for Black Sea fish are also reportedly increasing due to the ongoing conflict.