Balgarianovinite.com Foreign Minister Nadezhda Neynsky represented Bulgaria at the European Union’s Foreign Affairs Council meeting, held in Luxembourg on Tuesday, the Ministry’s press service said. Ministers discussed key issues, including Russia’s war against Ukraine, as well as developments in the Middle East, the South Caucasus, and Sudan.
During the discussion on Ukraine, Bulgaria stressed the importance of unity and sustained support from the EU and its allies. “The wars in Iran and Ukraine are interconnected, forming an arc of instability stretching across Europe and the Middle East. These parallel conflicts risk draining resources and creating opportunities for coordinated actions against the rules-based international order. In this context, it is crucial to maintain common positions within the EU and NATO, as any fragmentation weakens our collective response,” Neynsky said.
“The most important outcome of recent bilateral contacts was the signing of a 10-year agreement on security cooperation. A sovereign, stable, and secure Ukraine is essential to Europe’s overall security,” she added. Neynsky underscored the need for concrete action at the European level. “We must still deliver on our commitments under the 20th sanctions package and the loan in support of Ukraine. Their timely implementation is vital for maintaining trust in the EU. Stepping up efforts to counter Russia’s shadow fleet remains a key priority, given the risks it poses to both security and the environment,” she said. Ukraine’s Foreign Minister, Andrii Sybiha, joined the discussion via videoconference.
Later in the day, ministers will discuss the situation in the Middle East. Bulgaria is expected to support de-escalation efforts and stress the importance of diplomatic solutions. Particular attention will be given to maintaining and effectively implementing the agreed ceasefire between the United States and Iran. Ministers will also address the importance of ensuring free and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, as well as the potential global economic risks if it were to be closed. Regarding Israel and Palestine, discussions will focus on ensuring that rising tensions do not overshadow the humanitarian and political situation in Gaza and the West Bank.
Ministers will also review developments in the South Caucasus. Bulgaria is expected to reaffirm its support for the peace process between Armenia and Azerbaijan, with ministers discussing recent agreements that mark significant progress toward resolving the long-standing conflict and creating new opportunities for regional cooperation, the press release said. Minister Neynsky Takes Part in EU’s Foreign Affairs Council Meeting in Luxembourg 2026 THE NEWS FROM BULGARIA – NEWS AGENCY 2009-2025 2026-04-21 13:06:21 Latest news World news Country news Most important news latest news most important latest of the day Justice Petar Nizamov Feathers Petar Nizamov- Feathers Justice bg iustitia.bg iustitia iusticia usticia investigation Burgas Bulgaria news news of the last hour news of the day news of today Bulgaria news The news from Bulgaria blitz news top news most important most commented latest news Boyko Borisov news weather coronavirus news news weather facebook youtube facebook instagram news today news of the last minutes news today today news news bg news leading news hot news bg news site for news all news news bg news of the last hour latest latest news bg news of today news today news today news of the last hour latest news today news bg news news 24 hours news vesti bg novini news world bird bg bivol bg bivol trud bg novini latest news today novinite bg news hello bulgaria political party coat of arms delyan peevski scandalous Bulgarian National Television Free Europe Television scandal exclusive live tv live right now tv tv online tv program bg live now tv news online tv online live court Burgas court Burgas district court Burgas court Burgas district court Burgas district court Burgas appellate court Burgas prosecutor Burgas prosecutor’s office Burgas district prosecutor’s office Burgas district prosecutor’s office Burgas district prosecutor’s office Burgas district prosecutor’s office Burgas district prosecutor’s office Burgas district prosecutor’s office Prosecutor General Ivan Geshev Prosecutor Geshev Tsatsarov Ministry of Internal Affairs Burgas ODMR Burgas ODPR Burgas police Burgas district police Burgas prosecutor Tsatsarov SGS cases Varna court chairman of the SGS court decisions on civil cases decisions on cases Plovdiv court decision of the court decisions cases Varna court criminal cases district district court decisions work in the court SGS chairman of the SGS judges Sofia court post judges Plovdiv court Plovdiv judges Plovdiv Supreme Court Inspectorate Supreme Court Supreme Judicial Council lawyer lawyer criminal cases lawyer civil cases lawyer marriage cases lawyer administrative criminal law criminal process civil law civil process administrative law constitutional law