First Bulgarian F-16 Block 70 fighter jet lands at Graf Ignatievo Air Base

Yemen Calls for International Cooperation to Protect Maritime Security

Yemen's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Abdullah Al-Saadi, emphasized the importance of adopting a comprehensive strategy to protect international shipping lanes from Houthi attacks.

Spanish Foreign Minister says situation in Gaza ‘deeply inhumane’

Spain’s foreign minister has strongly condemned Israel’s ramped-up attacks in Gaza over the weekend, calling them “absolutely unacceptable.”

GDP grows 0.3 percent in Eurozone, EU in 1Q

The gross domestic product (GDP) in the Eurozone and the European Union (EU) registered a growth of 0.3 percent during the first quarter of the current year compared to the previous quarter.

Saudi Al-Hilal Extends Contract of Star Player Salem Al-Dawsari

Saudi Al-Hilal Football Club has announced the extension of its star player Salem Al-Dawsari's contract until 2027.

Last Update: ، 2025/05/22 Time 01:42:26
Latest News:

Tariq Saleh lays foundation stone for paving, greening project entrance of Hais city

Deputy Foreign Minister Meets with Deputy Director-General of ISESCO

Leadership Council Chairman Calls for National Unity and Reform on 35th Anniversary of Republic

Ambassador al-Awadhi Discusses Bilateral Relations with Kenyan Official

Justice Minister Discusses Legislative Updates with UNODC

First Bulgarian F-16 Block 70 fighter jet lands at Graf Ignatievo Air Base

[02/04/2025 04:18]

SOFIA-SABA
The first F-16 Block 70 multirole fighter jet for the Bulgarian Air Force landed at the Graf Ignatievo Air Base near Plovdiv today, Wednesday.

It is one of nine aircrafts deal agreed on within the Bulgarian-American partnership.

The Bulgarian News Agency (BAT) reported that the Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov celebrated the fighter jet arrival saying " This is not just a fighter jet, but a symbol and embodiment of Bulgaria’s strategic partnership with the US. A partnership..".

Meanwhile the Defense Minister Zapryanov quoted as saying "We are beginning a new era in our air force capabilities. By the end of the year, we expect the remaining eight aircraft and nine pilots to be ready to fly".