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Bulgaria in recent months has its distinctive and declared foreign policy. We do not say "yes" to everything, as we did for decades before, with quite a few missed benefits for our country, so our active policy, especially in this very difficult and dangerous situation, is the right one, said President Iliana Yotova on NOVA. #България #външнаполитика #националнасигурност (translated)

President Iliyana Yotova emphasized that Bulgaria is activating its foreign policy in the context of the safety risks in the Black Sea, triggered by various threats, especially regarding the discussions about attacks on ships and the need for evidence of Russia's actions. #България #външнаполитика #националнасигурност (translated)

Bulgaria and Romania made a very serious breakthrough, as for the first time in several of the texts, the safety of the Black Sea is discussed directly - not just for the corridors, not just for shipping, but its strategic importance and its significance for the security of all of Europe, as well as on an international level. Iliyana Yotova recalled that currently evidence from the investigation following the drone attacks in the Black Sea is awaited. #НационалнаСигурност #ЧерноМоре #ДипломатическаАктивност (translated)

President Iliyana Yotova emphasized that there are risks and threats to the safety of the Black Sea, noting the importance of international discussion on the topic and the need for diplomatic measures related to drone attacks. #НационалнаСигурност #ЧерноМоре #ДипломатическаАктивност (translated)

I don't even want to think that any incident could happen in the territorial waters of Bulgaria, because then other laws start to come into play - both ours and international ones. Iliana Yotova also said that at this stage she does not recommend a military escort. #България #ЧерноМоре #НационалнаСигурност (translated)

Colonel Milenski expressed the opinion that Bulgaria should have requested the activation of NATO Article 4 after the first drone attack, emphasizing the delayed reaction of the authorities and the lack of a national security strategy. #НАТО #дронове #националнасигурност (translated)

I believe that after wandering and delays, after a series of wrong decisions, the time has come for decisive actions from our government and president, in the direction we outlined in 2014. "The most effective defense against the Russian threat is assistance to Ukraine and increasing sanctions against Russia. I believe that after wandering and delays, after a series of wrong decisions, the time has come for decisive actions from our government and president, in the direction we outlined in 2014," said Shalamanov. #НационалнаСигурност #ПротивовъздушнаОтбрана #АнтидронСистеми (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)

It is good that you took action yesterday, but this could have happened last week. Perhaps if the measures had been taken on time, new attacks could have been avoided. Hristo Gadzhev from GERB criticized the government for its reaction, stating that necessary actions could have been taken earlier. #НационалнаСигурност #Корабоплаване #ИкономическиПоследици (translated)

We are about to turn to our allies for assistance so that the investigation can be carried through to the end. We have already taken active diplomatic actions and insist that our partners assist in strengthening the surveillance and control systems for drones. In response, Prime Minister Rumen Radev announced that the country will seek assistance from its allies to clarify the circumstances surrounding the attacks. #НационалнаСигурност #Корабоплаване #ИкономическиПоследици (translated)

Foreign policy is a serious responsibility and should not become a competition for political dividends. We refuse to participate in such diplomacy. Peter Vitanov from "Progressive Bulgaria" urged that the topic of security should not become a tool for political confrontation. #НационалнаСигурност #Корабоплаване #ИкономическиПоследици (translated)

Ruslan Trad expresses the opinion that Bulgaria is not sufficiently protected against drone attacks in the Black Sea and emphasizes the importance of activating defense systems while Russia changes its strategy to pressure Ukraine and create instability in the region. #ЧерноМоре #Русия #НационалнаСигурност (translated)

Todor Tagarev emphasized that the Russian military aggression, including the blockade of Bulgaria's economic zone and attacks on commercial ships, requires the activation of security mechanisms in NATO and the EU to enhance Bulgaria's defense. #Русия #НационалнаСигурност #НАТО (translated)

The difference from today is that there are already sunk ships, dead sailors, and now no one can afford to close their eyes. This was stated in the program "Live Day" on NOVA NEWS by the former Minister of Defense Todor Tagarev and a member of the Executive Committee alongside Andrey Gyurov and Georgi Kandev. #България #Русия #националнасигурност (translated)