Bulgaria Rejects U.S. Request to Keep Military Aircraft in Sofia Until End of July

The United States requested permission to keep its military aircraft stationed at Vasil Levski Airport in Sofia until July 30, but the Bulgarian government ultimately approved an extension only until June 30, Defense Minister Dimitar Stoyanov told lawmakers during parliamentary oversight proceedings. According to Stoyanov, the request was reviewed by the Bulgarian authorities before a decision was made to grant a shorter extension. The additional month was intended to give the American side enough time to organize the relocation of the aircraft and associated personnel. ...