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Bulgaria’s president slammed GERB party for protracted political crisis

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev criticised former Prime Minister Boyko Borissov’s GERB party for stalling talks on forming a permanent government, Euractiv reported.

I call on the political parties to stop playing with the fate of the people and the future of the country. I have given enough time for them to fulfil their responsibility, but to easily delete everything and throw the country into another early parliamentary election with so many problems pending is a total demonstration of irresponsibility.

The party held seven general elections in the past four years. On Sunday, it announced the cancellation of coalition talks with Democratic Bulgaria, the Bulgarian Socialist Party and ITN due to disagreements over the position of prime minister.

Borissov insists that former parliament speaker Rosen Zhelyazkov be elected prime minister. However, Democratic Bulgaria pushes for the appointment of a prime minister who is not a member of any political party.

Bulgaria’s president has the right to set the conditions for issuing a mandate to form a government.

I will give a little more time – a few days, hoping the negotiators realise that their responsibility is not only to their own party and voters but to the whole nation.

The political crisis could cause the country to lose 80 per cent of the Recovery and Sustainability Plan budget. A fractured parliament failed to pass the necessary anti-corruption and climate legislation to allow the European Commission to allocate funds, according to Atanas Pekanov, the former deputy prime minister for EU funds.

Bulgaria will lose €9 billion on the National Recovery and Sustainability Plan and other projects. The caretaker cabinet cannot push through the necessary reforms under the recovery plan. The government has a passive attitude towards it as well.

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Bulgaristan’da Yeni Erken Seçim Süreci: Cumhurbaşkanı Radev’den Geçici Hükümet Atağı

Edirne Turizm Tarih Kültür Sosyal Yardımlaşma ve Balkan Ülkeleri Dostluk Derneği Başkanı Cengiz Gültekin, Bulgaristan Hak ve Özgürlükler Hareketi Genel Başkanı Mustafa Karadayı, Başkan Yardımcısı Ahmed Ahmedov ve Mustafa Market ve Tesislerinde İş İnsanı Mustafa Öztürk İma Takav Narod’un hükümet kurma görevini iade etmesi sonrası, Cumhurbaşkanı Rumen Radev geçici hükümeti atamaya ve ülkenin iki…

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GERB’s executive committee has decided to continue government negotiations with “BSP - United Left” and “There Is Such a People” (TISP), with the nomination of Rosen Zhelyazkov for prime minister. Zhelyazkov will also lead the negotiations for a potential government formation. The party has tasked its negotiation team with pursuing talks to secure the support of these parties for a functioning cabinet, which would focus on changes to the Electoral Code and the Judiciary Act.

Additionally, GERB has expressed openness to discussions with “Democratic Bulgaria” (DB), provided that the party is willing to support Zhelyazkov as the prime minister candidate for a regular government. The talks with DB have been complicated by DB’s insistence on first voting on changes to the law before agreeing to a governance deal. This would block the election of Borislav Sarafov as Prosecutor General. Informal talks between GERB and DB have been ongoing despite GERB previously announcing the suspension of negotiations. If these talks fail, GERB has indicated it may seek support elsewhere.

GERB confirmed via its Facebook page that government talks would proceed without DB unless the party expresses readiness to back a regular government with Zhelyazkov. The negotiations are expected to be intensive, and GERB has underscored that their primary goal remains forming a stable government that assumes political responsibility. Toma Bikov, a GERB MP, emphasized the party's commitment to ending political experiments and returning to governance according to established political norms.

Delyan Peevski from DPS-New Beginning remarked that while parliament has many unresolved issues, if the negotiations fail, early elections should be called to reallocate political responsibilities. He stressed the growing support for DPS-New Beginning, noting that the party is doing significant work for the country. Similarly, Atanas Zafirov from the Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) called for a new government, emphasizing the need for responsibility and transparency in governance. He also criticized the approach of seeking deals with the opposition without clear and publicly known goals.

Meanwhile, the debate continues over the possibility of a regular government and the role of the different political parties. Dzhevdet Chakarov from DPS-Dogan expressed willingness to engage in talks for a broader national agreement, excluding certain political models, and focusing on the country's priorities. The new legislative session has begun, with ongoing discussions about the judiciary and other critical reforms, although some motions have been blocked or delayed.

As the situation evolves, parliamentarians continue to outline their respective priorities for the political season, with GERB aiming to form a regular government, BSP stressing the need for an accountable administration, and other parties like “Revival” and DPS-Dogan focusing on economic issues such as electricity prices and public sector wages. With the National Assembly now in session, debates and decisions on critical matters like energy prices and the law on religions are set to take center stage.

In the meantime, three MPs have requested that their parliamentary immunities be waived, including Radostin Vassilev, Angel Georgiev, and Gunay Daloolu. This follows a request by the acting Prosecutor General for the immunity removal of six MPs, including representatives from “Revival,” DPS-Dogan, and “We Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria.”

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The Peach Thief - 1964 - Vulo Radev

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Fellas, is it gay to look at your friend(who you definatly did not have a crush on)after a day of babysitting and chaos in the middle of summer?

Anyways, here's more austin and stella au art with Levi and Freckles, Chloe's younger brother and Levi's future bf(and later on fiancee)

I have a whole story about why Levi was left home alone to take care of his twelve very young, but chaotic half-siblings and step-siblings

Left to Right: Harper(Frisky x Kaylan)(4 y/o), Levi(Rad x Frisky)(15 y/o), Nia(Rad x Eve)(5 y/o)and Freckles/Chloe's Brother(16 y/o)

Nia is designed by @cringeytoon

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Bulgarian president warns of possible election fraud

Bulgaria‘s President Rumen Radev warned police and prosecutors of widespread electoral fraud, pointing to problems in investigating vote-buying schemes ahead of parliamentary elections, according to Euractiv.

What is important for a society to show that it is truly democratic is fairness, and fairness means, first of all, an equal approach by law enforcement authorities to all those who have broken the law, not just some of them.

Over the past two months, Bulgaria‘s anti-corruption commission arrested several people close to the leader of the Movement for Rights and Freedoms, Ahmed Dogan.

A few days ago, the pro-European Yes Bulgaria party handed over to police and prosecutors more than 200 specific names of “big vote-buyers” across the country who they claimed were linked to the US-sanctioned lawmaker Delyan Peevski.

Former Yes Bulgaria MP Ivaylo Mirchev publicly stated that the dependence of the prosecutor’s office and the Interior Ministry on Peevski was “obvious.” MEP and ALDE co-chair Ilhan Kyuchyuk also said that Bulgaria was witnessing an “open instrumentalisation of state institutions in favour of one party – Delyan Peevski’s New Beginning.”

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1kg Silver Emirates Gold Bar: Understanding What Sets The Price Of Silver Bullion

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In this article, we’ll go through some terms you’ll encounter such as the ‘Spot Price’ of a metal. We’ll also dabble into how global institutions set the fixed prices of precious metal commodities. For more information about Gold and Silver bullion trading, feel free to contact APM Bullion: A Rakesh Rajdev Business.

What Does The ‘Spot Price’ Of Silver Mean?

Every asset, product, or commodity in the market has a specific price given for immediate delivery. This is what’s known as a ‘Spot Price’ and it depends on certain aspects such as time and place. Usually, these prices are used with ETF products and other fulfillment contracts.

Another thing to understand with spot prices is the fact that they are always changing. It's based on the expected average price of a commodity, like Silver. Most of the data stems from the previous month's contract sales. That's why some investors deal in futures contracts and options so they can avail of specific price points so they can buy an asset while lessening the risk of price movement.

What Is The Fixed Price Of A Metal?

Global prices are dictated by fixed prices set by large bullion banks. A quick example is London Bullion Banks are responsible for Gold's Fixed Price. Set twice in a day, the Gold Fix is a specified price wherein the number of buy orders for gold equals the number of sell orders. This system is administered by the Gold Fix Chairman who bases it on the current spot price of gold.

Other investors hedge their bets on the 'Silver Fix Price' set by the LBMA or London Bullion Market Association. The price is set daily and uses slightly altered methods from the traditional silver fix price formerly set by Deutsche Bank. The silver fix price is posted every noon GMT.

From there, the price fluctuates according to a series of auction rounds where traders buy and sell according to volume. This process is repeated in 30-round intervals until the number of buy and sell volumes reaches equilibrium. The final price will then be the Silver Fix Price for the day.

How Dubai’s Market Shows Great Promise To Investors

Silver is known for great liquidity and value, although less than what gold sells for. One advantage that it does hold over gold is the commodity's stability in terms of price points. Of course, this does assume that you're working with accredited silver dealers. Doing so reduces your risk of being duped during a transaction.

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Should You Go For Gold or Silver?

In a fair comparison between gold and silver as investment options, you’ll want to look into the historical volatility and the rate of growth it experiences. Silver has been known to be subjected to price swings much more often than its counterpart. There’s also the fact that the same value of gold, when purchased in silver, occupies more space and requires a lot more capital to store and secure.

However, it is also a good choice in the coming years. Able to be traded quicker than gold, investors can more easily participate in the silver trade.

Investors that want to invest in a more secure asset should look no further than gold and its related products. To secure yourself a piece of such a lucrative market, you'll need a dealer you can rely on. APM Bullion seeks to fill that role in your plans through years of trading experience and professionalism. Visit our official website to browse our range of physical bullion products such as the 1kg Gold Emirates Gold Bar and the 1kg Silver Emirates Gold Bar.

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Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has announced that the first mandate to form a government will be handed over to GERB after the New Year. This delay reflects the need for political parties to continue negotiations, which have been progressing slowly. The president emphasized that the time requested for these discussions is justified only if the National Assembly resumes normal operations and addresses pressing legislative matters.

Radev criticized the political forces for their sluggish dialogue, citing the month-long delay in electing a parliamentary speaker as an example of their inefficiency. He urged the parties to restore trust and dialogue, noting that society expects not only a functioning government but also the adoption of a state budget that balances the needs of citizens and the economy without jeopardizing fiscal stability or increasing national debt.

Regarding the timing of the mandate, Radev stated that handing it over before the Christmas and New Year holidays would be impractical, as political activity slows during this period. He acknowledged that more time is required for parties to bridge differences in a highly fragmented parliament. The head of state expressed hope that by the end of the year, it would become clear whether the political forces are willing to compromise and cooperate in forming a stable cabinet.

The president also commented on the challenges posed by the fragmented political landscape, noting that while parties understand the necessity of forming a government, they approach each other cautiously. This hesitancy has hindered efforts to build coalitions and advance discussions. Radev stressed that compromise and cooperation are crucial in the current parliamentary environment.

In addressing recent disputes between the We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria coalition (WCC-DB) and the Prosecutor's Office, Radev highlighted the importance of consistent and impartial justice. He warned that selective enforcement of laws could undermine public trust and create perceptions of political interference. The president urged a uniform approach to legal violations, emphasizing that fair and equal application of justice is essential to maintaining credibility in the political process.

Meanwhile, Radev participated in the Annual Meeting of the Bulgarian Science Olympiad Teams, commending students, teachers, and mentors for their achievements in 2024. Bulgarian teams earned 91 medals, including 11 golds, in various international and regional competitions. The president congratulated them for showcasing the country's talent and potential on the global stage.

As the year-end approaches, Radev remains optimistic about the prospects for forming a government. He reiterated his expectation that the parties would demonstrate the will and determination to find common ground. The president called for continued dialogue and decisive action to address the pressing challenges facing Bulgaria.

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Mira Lazine at LGBTQ Nation:

The Bulgarian parliament voted to enact a law prohibiting the “propaganda” of “non-traditional” sexual orientation and gender identity in schools last Wednesday. Their vote triggered mass protests and public opposition. The proposed law states, “It is the educational function of the Bulgarian school that such a state institution should not be allowed to promote or incite, in any way, directly or indirectly, ideas and views related to non-traditional sexual orientation and/or identification of gender identity other than that which is biological.” The law, an amendment to the Pre-School and School Education Law, emerged after the 17-member Parliamentary Committee on Education and Science overwhelmingly approved it. The committee’s approval led to a four-hour debate last Wednesday that culminated in the bill passing through parliament. This bill was proposed previously, however, it failed in committee.

Of the 240 parliament members, 159 voted in favor of the first section of the bill, while 22 voted against and 13 abstained. For the section defining “non-traditional sexual orientation,” 135 voted for it, 57 against, and 8 abstained. Members of the more liberal parties were unable to vote for the first section for unknown reasons. The law was especially popular among the increasingly politically dominant pro-Kremlin Revival/Vazrazhdane Party, which was the party to introduce it.

[...] Over 7,000 citizen signatures and nearly 80 non-governmental organizations were sent to the government to plead that Bulgarian President Rumen Radev does not sign this bill. Belgian LGBTQ+ rights organization Forbidden Colors said in a statement, “It is deeply troubling to see Bulgaria adopting tactics from Russia’s anti-human rights playbook. Such actions are not only regressive but are also in direct contradiction to the values of equality and non-discrimination that the European Union stands for.”

A protest was announced the same day in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Since then, there’s been widespread protests throughout the capital and Varna, a port city. There have also been petitions sent to the Bulgarian government asking them to oppose the measure. The bill defines “non-traditional sexual orientation” as “different from the generally accepted and the concept of emotional, romantic, sexual or sensual attraction between persons of opposites.” Bulgarian news site Clubz, as well as Parliament member Eleonora Belobradova claimed that this section of the bill was actually copy/pasted from the Bulgarian Wikipedia. Additionally, the bill only recognizes “biological sex,” completely writing trans people out of the law and ignoring intersex individuals entirely.

Protests erupt over Bulgarian parliament’s passage of Russia-style Don’t Say Gay or Trans law.

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