Four-Season Tourism Push: Tourism Minister Ilin Dimitrov told the Pamporovo Health Tourism conference that Bulgaria wants to grow as a true four-season destination, betting on winter resorts, clean air, mineral springs and climate therapy, and even working on a dedicated EU tourism budget. Health & SPA Promotion: BTA’s “BG SPA – Health Through Water” catalogue is now available in Turkish, highlighting 128 certified SPA, wellness and medical centres, with the project backed by the Ministry of Tourism and BUBSPA. Transport & Cross-Border Connectivity: Bulgaria reaffirmed its role in Black Sea–Aegean corridor cooperation, including plans for joint CEF funding and progress on projects like Fast Danube and a second Danube bridge between Ruse and Giurgiu. Travel Disruption/Cost Relief: No toll will be charged for travellers crossing the Giurgiu–Ruse Danube Bridge from Romania to Bulgaria this Saturday, marking the bridge’s anniversary. EU Sanctions Deadlock: Bulgaria says it opposes a new EU sanctions package targeting Russia-linked entities and Patriarch Kirill, warning it could hit strategic interests. Rail for Summer Holidays: Direct Bucharest–Varna and Bucharest–Sofia services have restarted, with tickets from €27, offering a flight-free option for summer travel. Beach Safety Watch: New EU bathing-water reporting says most European sites meet “excellent” standards, with Bulgaria among the top performers.