Romania says a Russian-coordinated sabotage network targeted an arms plant, adding to security risks facing European defense production and infrastructure.
Bulgaria’s presidential election heads to a Nov. 1 runoff after low turnout and a close first-round split sharpened focus on Ukraine policy and Black Sea risk.
Russia is reportedly conducting sabotage on European arms factories by recruiting criminal groups, testing NATO's response without triggering collective defense protocols.
NATO confirms readiness to defend member states amid reports of Iranian plans to strike military targets in Bulgaria and Cyprus, intensifying geopolitical tensions.
Bulgaria intends to veto the EU's latest sanctions package against Russia, citing threats to its economy and energy sector, notably concerns over Lukoil's operations.
EU leaders agree to extend sanctions on Russia for one year, reflecting a unified stance and signaling potential impacts on energy, finance, and trade sectors.
Twenty-two countries accuse Iran of orchestrating deadly attacks targeting dissidents and Jewish communities on their territories, demanding an immediate halt.