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Kaya Kalas urged the EU to strengthen the protection of shipping in the Black Sea and to increase pressure on Russia, in the context of the escalation of drone attacks against commercial ships and the importance of Ukrainian exports for global food supply. #Русия #ЧерноМоре #Украйна (translated)

The Italian Minister of Defense Guido Crosetto warned that with the increasing number of Russian military personnel reaching 1.5 million, Putin will face internal problems and the escalation of the conflict with Ukraine is a concern for Europe and NATO. #Русия #Украйна #война (translated)

Following the escalation of violence and riots in France, the country is facing political instability and a serious financial crisis, with over 2400 arrests and nearly 1000 injured police officers, while protests continue to be organized in response to associations of social and economic grievances. #Протести #Франция #ГражданскаВойна (translated)

We have enough evidence of foreign interference. Behind the masks are those who wish evil on Albania and want to seize it exclusively for themselves. Rama claims that the authorities are trying to prevent escalation of violence and bloodshed. #Албания #ЕдиРама #протести (translated)

On October 18, 2026, important news was reported regarding the opposition's accusations against Russia for attacks in the Black Sea, warnings about dangers for Bulgaria from Russian escalation, proposals for the canonization of Tsar Samuel, and the need for reforms in the judicial system. #новини #България #Русия (translated)

"When we talk about a security threat, when there are indications of explosions on our territory, information from partner services about an impending escalation, preventive measures are needed to protect Bulgarian citizens," said Gyurov in an interview for "120 minutes" on bTV this Sunday, October 18. #АндрейГюров #Русия #СигурностБългария (translated)

Andrey Gyurov criticizes the government's response after the attacks on commercial ships in the Bulgarian economic zone and emphasizes the need for preventive measures to protect citizens, stating that Russia is responsible for the escalation, but he would not specifically define the source of the attacks. #АндрейГюров #Русия #СигурностБългария (translated)

The author wrote that Starlink antennas were ignited in Lithuania as well, and described what happened as an expected escalation from Putin. He pointed out the reaction as important and stated that after the deliberate fires in communication facilities providing internet connectivity to SpaceX's satellites in Poland, Lithuania, and Bulgaria, there was a reaction. However, the publication cuts off before describing it. #Starlink #Литва #интернет #LT #PL #BG (translated)

A boat with seven people on board opened fire on a liquefied natural gas tanker off the coast of Yemen, after which the tanker responded with warning shots, as the situation in the country continues to be on the brink of a new escalation of the conflict. #Йемен #танкер #LNG (translated)

"We are conducting regular training and preparing to defend the skies of Bulgaria. What we are doing at the moment, we do it constantly, around the clock. If necessary - the fighter jet takes off and acts. Whether there is escalation or not in the Black Sea, there is no difference for us. We are always ready to act," said the chief of the Air Force, Major General Nikolai Rusev, to the media regarding the escalation in the Black Sea. #ВВС #F16 #МиГ29 (translated)

Stefan Tafrov published an open appeal on October 15, 2026, in Sofia, stating that the Black Sea is becoming a military zone and that Bulgaria must prepare to defend itself. In the text, he pointed out recurring drone attacks on commercial ships, including near the Bulgarian coast and in Romanian territorial waters, as well as established subversive operations by Russian agencies in Bulgaria and Romania over the past few years. Tafrov called for every case to be investigated based on evidence but stated that the lack of definitive attribution does not justify inaction. The author expressed concern that the Bulgarian political leadership does not show the necessary determination to protect national security. He urged citizens to demand from politicians evidence of the state's readiness to protect them, and the government to condemn the escalation of Russian military actions in the Black Sea, strengthen surveillance and protection of air and maritime space, accelerate the development of capabilities against drones, and improve coordination among institutions. According to the appeal, Bulgaria must work with allies to protect shipping, ports, and critical infrastructure. Tafrov urged the EU and NATO to treat the security of the Black Sea as an immediate priority and strengthen the defense of the eastern flank of the Alliance. He pointed out the need for integrated maritime and aerial surveillance, intelligence sharing, and joint capabilities against aerial and maritime drones. The appeal stated that the upcoming presidential elections provide an opportunity for public debate on security and Bulgaria's place in European politics. Among those who joined the appeal, Tafrov noted Rosen Plevneliev, Boyko Borissov, Ivan Kostov, Kiril Petkov, Nikolay Denkov, Anyu Angelov, Asen Vassilev, Atanas Zapryanov, Boyko Noev, Valentin Radev, Velizar Shalamanov, Gergana Pasi, Daniel Mitov, Korman Ismailov, Lydia Shuleva, Meglena Kuneva, Nadezhda Neynski, Nikolay Nenchev, Nikolay Svinarchov, Rumyana Buchvarova, Solomon Pasi, Todor Tagarev, Traicho Traikov, Chavdar Chervenko, Stefan Dimitrov, Dinko Ivanov, Valeri Rachev, Vesela Cherneva, Dimitar Ivanovski, Elena Poptodoorova, Ivan Anchev, Ilian Vassilev, Orhan Ismailov, Radan Kanev, and Stefan Tafrov. #НационалнаСигурност #ЧерноМоре #България (translated)