President Radev and the Soviet Legacy
President Rumen Radev’s recent criticism of the West for supporting Ukraine’s counteroffensive serves as a stark reminder that, no matter
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Analyses & Alternatives
How Temporary Will Zhelyazkov’s Government Be?
Possibilities and Limitations This government, like any “temporary phenomenon” in our country, might hypothetically last longer than expected, though realistically,
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Azerbaijani Gas Supplies to Serbia: Facts, Challenges, and Political Interpretations
The ongoing issues with Shah Deniz 2 gas supplies have sparked political interpretations that often contradict the available technical data.
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Gas Disruptions, Geopolitics, and the Battle for Europe’s Supply
Following the cessation of Russian gas transit through Ukraine, the gas battles waged by Russia have escalated into full force.
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Disruption in Shah Deniz 2 Gas Production: Implications for Bulgaria and Beyond
On the morning of January 7, the Azeri Gas Supply Company (AGSC) reported an unplanned disruption in production from the
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Reality Sets In: What Can Trump Do On Russia and Global order?
The quick resolution to the war in Ukraine promised by the U.S. president appears increasingly unlikely. Nor could anyone realistically
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GERB’s Negotiation Tactics: Old Tricks, New Consequences
GERB has once again deployed its signature tactic—delegating negotiations to Borisov’s “sherpas” while he, like a “god in the heavens,”
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The Impact of Increased Russian Gas Volumes and Bulgaria’s Role in the EU Gas Market
The cancellation of the Ukrainian transit for Russian gas has created ripple effects yet to be fully understood. A critical
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Geopolitical and Economic Risks of a Potential Sale of Lukoil’s Bulgarian Assets to Hungary’s MOL
Key Events Orban’s Visit to Bulgaria Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s recent visit to Bulgaria was celebrated as a diplomatic
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The Challenge of Russian Gas Transit
Background: Viktor Orbán and the Debate on Russian Gas Transit Through Bulgaria During his recent visit to Sofia, Hungarian Prime
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