International news that matters to Bulgaria and the region.
An infection of orf is spreading among small ruminants in North Macedonia. To date, 17 outbreaks have been registered, and the number of infected sheep and goats exceeds 2,700.
The International Monetary Fund warns that the conflict in the Middle East and the depletion of energy reserves place the eurozone at risk of stagflation – low growth coupled with high prices.
A German minister has called for higher tariffs on Chinese cars to force their manufacturers to invest in Europe and seek cooperation with giants like Volkswagen.
The Moscow Exchange index fell to its lowest level since late 2022 following a new US bill that proposes 100% tariffs on countries purchasing Russian energy resources.
Donald Trump announced his support for a bill that provides for 500% tariffs on imports from countries purchasing Russian energy resources. The initiative was developed by the late Senator Lindsey Graham.
The Presidents of Latvia and Lithuania reported intelligence indicating that Russia is planning sabotage attempts and efforts to undermine security within NATO member states.
International corporations and shipping giants are expressing strong opposition to Donald Trump's proposals to introduce direct fees through the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
A 30% collapse in fertilizer trade and the blocking of key trade routes place global agriculture in a critical position. Bulgarian producers are also among those affected by high costs.
The Austrian agricultural sector reports an impressive revenue growth of 13% in 2025, supported by higher livestock prices and lower production costs.
Tehran claims that US airstrikes in the southern regions of Iran have claimed the lives of at least 30 civilians. The government has promised support for those affected in the region, which is identified as a strategic center of the country.
The European Union has officially approved the opening of Cluster 6 for Ukraine, marking a new stage in the country's accession process and overcoming previous political blockades.
A high criminal court in Istanbul has issued a red notice against the Israeli Prime Minister. The charges include genocide and crimes against humanity in connection with the blocking of a humanitarian flotilla to Gaza.
The US government has been forced to return massive sums to companies after the Supreme Court declared part of Donald Trump's tariffs illegal. This occurs amidst a growing budget deficit and preparations for new trade restrictions.
Military tension between the US and Iran has reached a critical point with large-scale missile and drone attacks. Tehran has declared the Strait of Hormuz closed, while US forces report strikes against Iranian military targets.
Military actions between the US and Iran and attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz have pushed crude oil prices to their highest level in months.
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