Author: Ilian Vassilev

How Russia Uses Controlled Leaks in The New York Times to Deceive the West and Undermine Ukraine’s Allies On August

In a seemingly offhand remark, former Prime Minister Boyko Borissov revealed the deeper truth behind Bulgaria’s evolving political power structure.

Last night, Russian forces launched a targeted missile strike on the Orlivka Gas Metering Station (GMS) near Odesa — a

Wherever American financiers Stephen Lynch and Fei Wang appear, grand designs tend to follow—at least in press releases. Their ventures

August has long carried an ominous reputation in Russian history — often dubbed the “August curse.” From the failed coup

Bulgarian energy policy remains a subject of significant controversy and questionable practices, particularly concerning natural gas supplies. There’s a long-standing

The European Commission has initiated a significant shift in its energy policy, effectively implementing a complete ban on Russian gas

While attention focuses on visible flashpoints in Europe’s security architecture, subtler risks are emerging inside the EU itself. Bulgaria, formally

Ukraine has taken the unprecedented step of launching conventional strikes against components of Russia’s strategic nuclear infrastructure—targeting bases for strategic

Ukraine’s urgent need for at least 6 billion cubic meters (bcm) of natural gas imports to meet its 2025–2026 heating