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MNN Global · December 11, 2025 · 1 min read

Bulgarian PM and government resign amid mass protests

What happened: Bulgaria's Prime Minister and government resigned following widespread protests, just before a planned parliamentary no-confidence vote and shortly before the country adopts the euro.

Why it matters:

  • The resignation signals political instability ahead of Bulgaria's eurozone entry.
  • It affects Bulgarian citizens and the country's economic and political future in the EU.

MNN Take: The government stepped down amid public unrest and political pressure, highlighting challenges in Bulgaria's transition to the euro and governance.

Sources: BBC World