Bulgaria to veto sanctions against Russia under certain conditions
Bulgaria has announced that it is prepared to veto new European sanctions against Russia. The reason for this decision is the inclusion of Russian Patriarch Kirill in the European Union's list of sanctioned individuals.
President Rumen Radev officially stated the country's position during an international meeting. According to him, Bulgaria cannot support measures that affect religious leaders, as this would create a dangerous precedent in diplomatic relations.
This decision has sparked a wide response within European institutions. Diplomats in Brussels are discussing how to proceed with the sanctions package without it being blocked by individual member states, as is the case with Bulgaria in this instance.
Active negotiations are currently underway between the Bulgarian government and representatives of the European Union. The goal is to find a compromise solution that would allow for the adoption of general measures against Russia without compromising Sofia's stance on the issue of religious institutions.
The situation remains dynamic and is being closely monitored by international analysts. It is expected that in the coming days it will become clear whether an agreement will be reached or if Bulgaria will proceed to exercise its right of veto.