The Latest Breaking News from Sofia

Dirty air is killing Europeans and costing trillions. These cities prove change is possible

From London's ULEZ to Sofia's clean air zone, European cities are proving that cleaner air is achievable – but there's still much work to do.

Euronews · Sep 21

Five cheap European cities to visit this autumn, according to a travel expert

September and October are often considered the ‘shoulder season’ for travel

The Independent UK · Sep 7

89th Know India Programme: Indian Embassy opens applications for diaspora youth

The Embassy of India in Sofia is inviting applications for the 89th Know India Programme. This two-week event is scheduled to take place from September 15 to 29, 2026. Young members of the Indian diaspora aged eighteen to twenty-three years are eligible to apply. The programme offers exposure to India's…

The Economic Times · Aug 18

Drone explodes near gas pipeline in Bulgaria

SOFIA, Bulgaria - A drone that entered Bulgaria on Saturday exploded near the Romanian border and the Trans-Balkan gas pipeline there, which links Turkey to Ukraine, Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev announced.

Bangkok Post · Aug 8

Iran urges Bulgaria to reconsider hosting US military aircraft

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has urged Bulgaria to reconsider its decision regarding US military aircraft. He stated that Sofia's approval facilitates aggression against Iran and is unacceptable. Araqchi also spoke with Cyprus about preventing foreign military bases from being used against Iran. Bulgaria approved the temporary deployment of US…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

"NATO will defend Bulgaria against any action by Iran," official warns

Iran has threatened Bulgaria after the government sit aid plans to host US military aircraft. Tehran warned Sofia must not allow its territory to become a launchpad for operations against Tehran. Colonel Martin O'Donnell tells Euronews NATO is ready to defend Bulgaria should it come under attack.

Euronews · Jul 23

A direct train connecting three popular European cities has restarted – with tickets costing £25

The budget rail journey connects Bucharest, Sofia and Istanbul with a daily service

The Independent UK · Jun 19

Direct trains from Bucharest to Istanbul, Sofia and Varna have restarted until October

Romania's national railway has relaunched daily direct summer trains from Bucharest to destinations in Türkiye and Bulgaria, with fares starting from €27.

Euronews · Jun 17

At 103, he walked 20 km a day to beg on the streets and then donated $46,000 to orphanages and churches: Meet the 'saint' of Bulgaria

On a busy day in Sofia, Bulgaria's capital, passersby would often spot an elderly man standing quietly outside churches with a plastic cup in his hand. His clothes were worn. His beard was long and white. To many, he looked like a homeless pensioner trying to survive on spare change.…

The Times of India · Jun 15

Meet Si Miao Tian: Son of Princess Kalina of Bulgaria receives his new Chinese name, the only Western student at Shaolin monastery

Prince Simeon of Bulgaria, the 19-year-old royal, made a record when he decided to step away from the luxuries of his Sofia palace and enrol at a Shaolin Kung Fu residential class in China. His mother, Princess Kalina of Bulgaria, is world-famous for her athletic body transformation. Turns out, the…

The Times of India · Jun 13