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The MP from Democratic Bulgaria, Martin Dimitrov, described the draft budget for 2027 as having no pilot in the airplane and emphasized that the real deficit is 5%. Moreover, the party proposes fuel compensation of 20 euro cents per liter, financed through a windfall tax. #бюджет2027 #дефицит #компенсации (translated)

Rumen Radev stated that Bulgaria supports any coalition aimed at quickly ending the Russian war against Ukraine through diplomacy. He pointed out that the country has not severed diplomatic relations with Russia and that a few days ago he invited the Russian ambassador for talks to halt strikes against ships in the Black Sea. According to Radev, this communication channel should be expanded with specific measures and proposals. Radev said that Bulgaria participates in the anti-mine group in the Black Sea and was among the first countries to join the "European Sky Shield" initiative after it was announced by Germany in 2022. He condemned the attacks on civilian and commercial vessels as unacceptable and proposed a moratorium on military strikes against shipping in the Black Sea, stating that he expects support from EU partners. He noted that the sea is an important corridor for the delivery of food, fertilizers, and energy resources, upon which millions of people rely, especially in vulnerable regions of Africa and the Middle East. According to Radev, the "Chelsea 3" vessel was supposed to be towed the same afternoon to the port of Burgas for repairs and checks for drone remnants. He stated that Bulgaria has hypotheses regarding the perpetrator of the attack, but clear and solid evidence is needed before a specific country is blamed. Radev stated that he does not support military strikes on refineries and energy facilities in Ukraine and Russia, as he believes they directly affect fuel prices and the competitiveness of the EU. He pointed out that over the last two decades, Europe has shut down a number of refineries and is now dependent on imports of finished fuels, particularly diesel and aviation fuel. According to him, the shortage of aviation fuel in Europe has led to the doubling of its price within a few months. He said that Bulgaria supports the construction of new energy corridors between Europe and the Middle East to ensure reliable supplies at competitive prices. Regarding the new Multiannual Financial Framework of the EU, Radev said that Bulgaria supports efforts to enhance the competitiveness of European economies. He added that this should not be at the expense of EU policies for social and economic convergence and the Common Agricultural Policy. #ЧерноМоре (translated)

Stefan Tafrov shared a speech by Giorgia Meloni before the Senate, which he claimed was applauded even by the left. According to Meloni, as conveyed by Tafrov, if Ukraine stops defending itself, it will not bring peace but will mean occupation and a return to Soviet imperialism. She stated that the capitulation of people who defend their freedom cannot be called peace and that a lasting solution must be just. Tafrov pointed out that Meloni confirmed the unchanged position of the Italian government: support for Ukraine with attention to the civilian population, pressure on Moscow, and Euro-Atlantic unity. She described Donald Trump's agreement with Russia regarding diesel fuel as extremely risky. According to her, the rise in fuel prices is mainly related to the war in Iran, not Ukraine, and such an agreement would legitimize Moscow, provide it with new revenues for the war, and weaken sanctions. Meloni stated that Italy supports the cessation of attacks on energy infrastructure and noted President Volodymyr Zelensky's readiness to agree to this. She said she expects Russia to also stop the attacks and that Europe must not remain aloof, as the conditions of peace will affect the continent and its security. #Украйна #Европа #мир (translated)

In the short term, we need to provide guidance to the European Commission on temporary measures to mitigate the impact of high energy prices on citizens and businesses, while continuing to follow the strategy to reduce Europe's dependence on fossil fuels, stated the President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, in his invitation to the participants of the meeting. #ЕС #Украйна #икономика (translated)

In the short term, we need to provide guidance to the European Commission on temporary measures to mitigate the impact of expensive energy on citizens and businesses, while continuing to follow the strategy to reduce Europe’s dependence on fossil fuels, said the President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, in his invitation to the participants in the meeting. #ЕвропейскиСъвет #Украйна #Русия (translated)

Strikes against ships in the Black Sea lead to a significant increase in insurance, which threatens to raise the prices of goods and fuels, as well as causing difficulties in securing sailors for navigation in the risky area. #корабнизащитнипремии #ЧерноМорe #икономическивъздействия (translated)

If there are problems with fuels, it is the panic that your leader instills while traveling across the country and entertaining you well with claims that, you see, there will be no diesel and that the reason was that we are allowing exports," said Radev in response to a question from GERB MP Hristo Gadjev. #Лукойл #горива #дизел (translated)

This is a deal for diesel fuel, not for us. The fuel is released on the global market, not released for us. Today, Trump defended the agreement with Russia, and when asked whether Moscow could use the revenues from the diesel fuel deal to further arm itself, the American president pointed out: "This is a deal for diesel fuel, not for us. The fuel is released on the global market, not released for us." #Русия #дизеловоГориво #Тръмп (translated)

On Monday, Trump publicly defended the deal, calling it "the right choice for the American people." Donald Trump claims that the agreement will lead to lower energy prices in the U.S., which have become a political issue for his Republican Party ahead of the crucial midterm elections that will determine control of Congress. Donald Trump stated that the attacks on Ukraine are raising global fuel prices, but most experts argue that the war in Iran is the main factor behind the high prices. #Тръмп #Русия #Украйна (translated)