BGRadev explained about "Botash" and cut off: cutting their shirts to find other support
Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev stated that Bulgaria is determined to position itself on Europe's energy map ahead of his visit to Ankara for a NATO summit. Regarding the agreement with 'Botash,' Radev clarified that Bulgaria owes $360 million but emphasized this debt would not burden Bulgarian finances. Following discussions between Radev and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, 'BulgarGaz' and 'Botash' signed a protocol to freeze their contract for 15 months. This allows Bulgaria to pay only for the gas capacity it uses during this period under improved terms. Radev stressed that renegotiating the deal has nothing to do with other projects like the Black Sea pipeline or waterways and is focused solely on optimizing gas-related agreements. He criticized past politicians for failing to utilize the contract effectively, causing reputational damage to Bulgaria as a reliable partner.
How each side covered it
The same event, grouped by the political lean of the outlets covering it.
How each side covered it
Support independent, bias-aware news and unlock the social pulse, community voting, and your personalized For You feed.
Become a SupporterCovered around the world
The same event as reported in other countries.
Covered around the world
Support independent, bias-aware news and unlock the social pulse, community voting, and your personalized For You feed.
Become a SupporterClaims check
Key factual claims, and how many sources assert vs dispute each.
Claims check
Support independent, bias-aware news and unlock the social pulse, community voting, and your personalized For You feed.
Become a Supporter0 reports
Keep the news honest.
ObjectiveNews is reader-funded and ad-free — we show you the bias instead of hiding it. Support independent journalism for €5/month.
Become a SupporterRelated stories
Super Typhoon Inday: Areas in northeastern Cagayan under Signal No. 1
Sara Duterte impeachment: Gatchalian expects all senators to participate
2 cops slain in Sultan Kudarat ambush
Aplasca’s dismissal due to grave misconduct, gross neglect of duty
Numerous objections ‘natural’ even if overruled – VP’s defense counsel
