Move follows widespread public protests against proposed tax rises
Tens of thousands protest against fragile coalition’s tax rises, threatening eighth snap election since 2021
Eurozone accession was repeatedly pushed back due to political turmoil and rising inflation
Three defendants accused of carrying out Russian-backed espionage
Nikolai Denkov says ruling coalition fell apart over judicial reforms, triggering sixth general election in 3 years
Also in this newsletter: Mark Rutte goes to China
Centrist parties put aside their differences to agree on a rotating premiership
Centre-right party nominates Mariya Gabriel to be next prime minister but obstacles remain
Also in today’s newsletter: As Sofia stumbles towards a fifth election in two years, is Bulgaria the new Belgium?
