Bulgaria

Bulgaria denounces antisemitic vandalism at a synagogue, Holocaust memorials

A synagogue and Holocaust memorials in Bulgaria were vandalized in a new wave of antisemitic attacks condemned by Jewish groups.

A Bulgarian woman walks past windows, featuring the Star of David, in a Synagouge in Sofia on the first day of Hanukkah December 19, 2003
Police officers stand on duty at Windsor Castle,  in Windsor, Britain, September 17, 2025.

British police arrest three on suspicion of aiding Russian spy services

FILE PHOTO: Smoke rises from the site of an explosion in Beirut, Lebanon August 4, 2020

Bulgaria arrests Russian shipowner in relation to deadly 2020 Beirut blast

Sofia, Bulgaria

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Bulgarian prosecutor opens investigation into desecration of Burgas Holocaust monument

AleF added that such manifestations of antisemitism are unacceptable in a city that was once a symbol of humanity and resistance to Nazi crimes.

Desecration of the Monument of Gratitude, Burgas, 8.08.25.

2,200-Year-Old Warrior King and Horse Unearthed in Bulgaria

Archaeologists say the untouched burial connects to a neighboring tomb found last year, indicating a late Hellenistic cemetery for Thracian elites.

Finding from the grave.

Before they get expensive too: 5 European cities where NIS 100 will last you a whole day

Spain and Greece are now pricey and crowded, but Europe still has cheap spots: Tirana offers stays for NIS 180 and beer for NIS 13.5, while Sofia has beer for just NIS 6.4.

 Sofia, Bulgaria

'Burn in Hell': Israeli guests shocked by hate message from Bulgarian hotel owner - interview

“F*** you you Israeli piece of s***. I hope you burn in hell. You don’t need toilet paper, you are the most disgusting animals on the planet.”

 Conversation between Israeli guest and Bulgarian Hotel owner

Bulgaria bombing terrorist buried in Hezbollah cemetery after Lebanese officials intervene

The terrorist killed five Israelis, including a pregnant woman, and a Bulgarian bus driver in a bombing attack in 2012.

A truck carries the bus that was damaged in a bomb blast outside Burgas Airport, July 19, 2012.

Archaeologists discover 1,700-year-old Roman settlement in Bulgaria Linked to Emperor Decius

Coins from Emperor Constantius II indicate the settlement ended abruptly after 347 AD.

 Archaeologists discover 1,700-year-old Roman settlement in Bulgaria Linked to Emperor Decius.

Philip II's Legacy: Restored ancient city of Philippopolis at Nebet Tepe opens

The restored Nebet Tepe archaeological complex in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, was officially opened on March 20.

 Nebet Tepe hill, Bulgaria.

A celebration of colors and magic: Why visiting Bulgaria in March?

Red-and-white decorations, ancient rituals, and unique traditions: The surprising reason that makes Bulgaria a perfect spring destination—plus, where to celebrate Baba Marta in Israel.

 The Presidential Palace in Sofia

ATM fraud spree: Bulgarian tourist indicted for stealing from Bank Leumi customers

Indictments have been filed against a Bulgarian tourist for defrauding Bank Leumi ATMs, as well as an Israeli resident for similar actions.

Israelis walk past a branch of Bank Leumi in Tel Aviv

'Beyond the Light': A testament to art’s power to heal

In his new exhibition, Hristo Mavrev transforms whispers of fear into declarations of freedom.

 HRISTO MAVREV: My paintings are a way to reclaim that lost brightness.