Iranian combat drone washes up near military polygon
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An Iranian-made Shahed combat drone has been discovered washed ashore near the coastal town of Shabla, Bulgaria, close to a military polygon. The discovery marks a new, tangible development in Black Sea security concerns, following previous reports of drone attacks and drifting drone-hit ships in the region.
In other significant domestic news, Darin Kostov has been appointed as the new Director of the General Directorate for Combating Organized Crime (GDBOP), effective November 3, 2026. This unexpected change follows the removal of the previous director without explanation. The country is also mourning the passing of Vejdi Rashidov, a notable Bulgarian artist, former Member of the National Assembly, and former Minister of Culture, who died today.
Economically, the SOFIX stock index has reached a new summit, indicating strong performance in the Bulgarian stock market. Meanwhile, the government, led by Prime Minister Rumen Radev, is preparing to announce the 2027 state budget.