The Bulgarian National Assembly is once again facing a political test, as lawmakers debate the fifth motion of no confidence against Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov’s cabinet. The latest challenge, tabled on the grounds of “Internal Security and Justice,” was initiated by 59 MPs from “We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria” (WCC-DB), "Morality, Unity, Honor" (MECH), and the Alliance for Rights and Freedoms (APS).

President Rumen Radev has formally declined to appoint Denyo Denev as head of the State Agency for National Security (SANS), citing concerns over the influence of the political party “DPS-New Beginning” on the current government. According to Radev, the ruling coalition is increasingly dominated by this party, which he said is not only directing the mandate holder but also exercising significant control over the entire cabinet.

GERB leader Boyko Borissov sharply criticized the ongoing political developments, describing the vote of no confidence against the government as “irresponsible.” Speaking to reporters in parliament, he emphasized that the cabinet had been unstable from the outset.