
Andrey Gyurov and Krum Kandev Announce Presidential Candidacy
Andrey Gyurov and Krum Kandev have announced their joint candidacy for the upcoming presidential elections. The tandem is expected to formally declare their bid soon.
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Andrey Gyurov and Krum Kandev have announced their joint candidacy for the upcoming presidential elections. The tandem is expected to formally declare their bid soon.

Andrey Gyurov will not be teaching students at the American University in the autumn.

Former Bulgarian Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov claims there was an attempt to create a 'Kostinbrod affair' with incorrectly printed ballots for two regions during previous elections.

Andrey Gyurov has accused the national security service of attempting to equate him with Borissov and Peevski, suggesting a political motive. He claims the service is supporting government ideas, contradicting its own stance and acting irresponsibly.

Ivaylo Mirchev, co-chairman of 'Yes, Bulgaria,' believes that Andrey Gyurov could win the upcoming presidential elections if he decides to run, citing his popularity beyond the democratic community.

Andrey Gyurov is the most discussed presidential candidate within the "We Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria" (PP-DB) coalition, as confirmed by Deputy Chairman Nikolay Denkov.

Bulgarian caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov stated that "trading with health" is as dangerous as "trading with democracy," referencing disclosed price differences for expensive drugs used to treat rare diseases.

Bulgarian caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov announced that authorities have confiscated over half a million euros intended for election fraud, noting a seven-fold increase in reports of violations.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Bulgaria's Acting Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov have signed a bilateral security cooperation agreement during Gyurov's visit to Kyiv.

Bulgarian caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov stated that the Advocate General's opinion does not confirm whether his dismissal from the Bulgarian National Bank was correct or incorrect, suggesting the information points in the opposite direction.

DPS leader Delyan Peevski reacted to the conclusion of the Advocate General to the Court of Justice of the EU regarding Andrey Gyurov's case, stating that 'Europe confirmed - Gyurov's election is illegal, the responsibility is Yotova's.'

Bulgarian Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov met with European Parliament President Roberta Metsola in Brussels to discuss leading priorities on Europe's agenda, including European security, defense, energy, and economic stability.

Public transport workers in Sofia are protesting for a retroactive wage increase from January 1st, requiring 8.38 million euros. The protest will involve a meeting with Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov, Finance Minister Georgi Klisurski, and the mayor.

Bulgaria's caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov and two deputy prime ministers are set to participate in their first parliamentary blitz control session, answering questions from members of parliament.

Rossitsa Mateva accused the caretaker cabinet of refusing to provide voting screens, with interim Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov also mentioned.

Former football star Dimitar Berbatov has been appointed as an advisor to Andrey Gyurov, who is serving as the Prime Minister.

Bulgarian GERB party MP Toma Bikov stated that the caretaker government of Andrey Gyurov will work for the 'We Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria' political force, in response to recent changes.

Andrey Gyurov has reinstated two former deputy ministers of youth and sports who had previously served in the Nikolai Denkov cabinet and were dismissed early in the current administration.

Asen Vasilev has stated that Andrey Gyurov will be the next president of Bulgaria, emphasizing that Gyurov needs to convince at least half of the citizens that he is balanced and independent.

Asen Vasilev has praised Andrey Gyurov as an excellent presidential candidate, though Gyurov is taking a measured approach to deciding whether to run. He is not rushing his decision regarding a potential presidential bid.

Andrey Gyurov, a Bulgarian politician, declined to answer questions regarding his potential presidential candidacy, offering only a 'thank you' in response.

Ivaylo Mirchev, co-chairman of "Democratic Bulgaria," stated that there have been no discussions about Georgi Kandev and Andrey Gyurov forming a potential presidential ticket for upcoming elections.

Ivan Kostov has publicly announced Andrey Gyurov as his chosen candidate for president.

Bulgarian Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov confirmed that a list of 72 individuals, including former MPs, has been submitted to the prosecutor's office with allegations of involvement in vote buying during previous parliamentary elections.

A recent poll by "Market Links" indicates a decline in public trust for Bulgaria's interim government, led by Andrey Gyurov.

US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle visited Bulgaria, meeting with President Iliana Yotova and Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov to discuss energy security, according to statements from both institutions.

Andrey Gyurov announced that children at a high school in Bolgrad, Ukraine, will receive education in the Bulgarian language following a signed protocol.

Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov stated that Bulgaria's NATO membership is the most serious guarantee for its national security and independence, marking the 22nd anniversary of its accession.

Bulgarian Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov has ordered an urgent inspection into the Road Infrastructure Agency to investigate how funds for road repairs are being spent and why four years' worth of money was reportedly spent in one year.

One hundred Bulgarian MPs, including 55 from GERB, 27 from DPS-New Beginning, 13 from ITN, and five independents, voted for the caretaker government of Andrey Gyurov to submit a draft law ratifying Bulgaria's membership in Donald Trump's Peace Council.

Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov continues personnel changes by appointing several new deputy regional governors, taking their roles a day after Gyurov dismissed several deputy regional governors in Razgrad.

Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov assured that Bulgaria is not directly threatened by military actions in the Middle East following a Security Council meeting convened due to the regional situation.

Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov reappointed Dora Yankova, a former mayor of Smolyan and a BSP cadre, as Deputy Minister of Regional Development and Public Works, a position she also held under the Zhelyazkov cabinet.

Bulgarian Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov has appointed two new deputy finance ministers, including a former health insurance fund director, to join Georgi Klisurski's team.

The budget committee, with the votes of the ruling parties, approved the rules for the election of a new Deputy Governor of the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB), a necessity after Andrey Gyurov became Prime Minister.

The caretaker government of Andrey Gyurov has withdrawn the nomination of Danyo Denev for the position of chairman of the State Agency for National Security (DANS), thereby terminating the procedure.

Venko Sabrutev stated that the announcement of their presidential candidate depends on Andrey Gyurov, expressing his full support for Gyurov as the best nomination.

Former interim Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov criticized Prime Minister Radev for his stance on Iran, citing Radev's emphasis on maintaining 'good relations' with the Islamic regime.

An initiative committee is being formed to nominate Andrey Gyurov as a candidate for president of Bulgaria. This was announced by Atanas Atanasov, leader of "Democrats for a Strong Bulgaria" (DSB) and a Member of Parliament from "Democratic Bulgaria."

Former Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov commented on the resignation of former acting chief secretary Georgi Kandev, stating that Kandev could be dismissed but not 'taken back'.

Bulgaria's caretaker government, led by Andrey Gyurov, has made large datasets accessible for sectors with high public interest and significant public resources, including roads, municipal projects, and agriculture.

Two days before early parliamentary elections, Bulgarian caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov announced that the prosecutor's office has initiated checks against him, cabinet ministers, and the chief secretary of the Ministry of Interior.

Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov questioned during a government meeting who is behind the detained vote brokers, whom he described as 'hijackers of democracy,' and who seeks to enter parliament through such means.

Bulgaria's "There Is Such a People" (ITN) party has demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov, declaring his appointment illegitimate and stating they will ask President Iliana Yotova to revoke his decree.

The Advocate General of the EU Court of Justice has issued an opinion regarding the dismissal of Andrey Gyurov as Deputy Governor of the Bulgarian National Bank, leading to varied interpretations in Bulgarian media and political circles.

Bulgarian Justice Minister Andrey Yankulov stated on Facebook that there is no legal problem with the appointment of Andrey Gyurov as interim prime minister, regardless of how the dispute might unfold.

The Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) is reportedly attempting to terminate a lawsuit filed by current Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov regarding his temporary removal as deputy governor, aiming to prevent a ruling from the European Court of Justice.

Bulgarian caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov announced that Bulgaria has evacuated the highest number of its citizens from the conflict zone in the Middle East, presenting awards to Foreign Ministry employees for their contributions.

Interim Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov stated that Justice Minister Andrey Yankulov's revelations regarding the Bulgarian European Prosecutor case have broken the 'omerta' surrounding the prosecutor's office and judicial system.

Andrey Gyurov commented on criticisms against the caretaker government for changing regional governors, stating that these accusations primarily come from those who conducted some of the most dishonest elections in history.

Bulgarian lawmakers adopted procedural rules for the election of a new Deputy Governor of the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) to replace Andrey Gyurov, who resigned from his position leading the Issue Department.

Interim Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov confirmed Bulgaria's 'categorical position for consistent and strong support for Ukraine' during a videoconference meeting.

Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov reappointed Dimitar Nedyalkov, a former 'We Continue the Change' MP, as Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications, after Nedyalkov was dismissed last week by the previous cabinet.

Bulgaria’s new prime minister, Andrey Gyurov, says the country stays firmly pro-Western as it heads into another election