The Bridge of Friendship
Vladimir Mitev, Alexandru Ionașcu, Smaranda SchiopuUnderstanding and connecting Bulgaria and Romania with one another and the world - politics, culture, economy, international relations, cross-border journalism and social change
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Mammoth remains have been discovered near the village of Ryahovo, Ruse County, Bulgaria
The mamooth’s mandibulla (lower jaw) (source: YouTube, Antena 1)
Antena 1, 30 July 2026
Introduction
At the end of July 2026, mammoth remains were discovered near the village of Ryahovo in Bulgaria (Ruse County). The discovery was mad...
Vladimir Mitev: Radev’s ”sovereignism” is selective
Rumen Radev (source: YouTube)
Mihai Isac, Karadeniz Press, 5 August 2026
Summary of the Interview
In this interview with Mihai Isac for Karadeniz Press, journalist Vladimir Mitev analyzes the early months of Rumen Radev’s prime minist...
Yordan Bozhilov: It is time for a national strategy on the Black Sea
Yordan Bozhilov (source: Sofia Security Forum)
Why does Bulgaria’s stance on Black Sea security appear hesitant against the backdrop of Romania’s and Turkey’s activities and ambitions? An interview with the Bulgarian defence expert and fou...
Craiova, Shakespeare 2026
A Turkish adaptation of the play The Merchant of Venice performed using traditional shadow and puppet theatre (originating in Bursa in the 16th century) (source: Alexandru Ionașcu)
Alexandru Ionașcu
Summary
Here is a brief summary of...
Mihai Isac: Sofia should be much more involved in the Republic of Moldova
Photo: On 10 June 2026, Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev held talks with his then Moldovan counterpart, Alexandru Munteanu, in Sofia (source: Council of Ministers)
Vladimir Mitev
Summary
- NATO 3.0 Summit and Black Sea security:...
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Vladimir Mitev is a Bulgarian Romanian-speaking journalist.
I live somewhere on the outskirts of Eastern Europe and I pass my days as a movie aficionado with a knack for obscure films, reading and writing poetry. I also like cats and comics.
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