Mass Protests in Sofia and Other Bulgarian Cities Against the Euro Transition
In recent days, large-scale demonstrations have taken place in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, as well as in several other cities across the country, against the upcoming transition to the euro, scheduled for January 1, 2026.
The protests were organized by the political party "Vazrazhdane" (Revival), which has expressed concern over a potential rise in prices and inflation following the introduction of the new currency. According to party representatives, the switch to the euro could lead to a significant increase in the cost of living, which would impact the budgets of ordinary Bulgarian families.
In addition to economic concerns, protesters also emphasize the threat to national identity and sovereignty. They believe that abandoning the national currency — the Bulgarian lev — will weaken the country’s financial independence and make it more dependent on decisions made by the European Union.
The demonstrations gathered several thousand participants who marched with slogans such as "Save the Lev!", "No to Price Hikes!", and "Bulgaria is not the Eurozone!". Protesters are urging the government to reconsider its plans for the euro transition and to hold a broad public debate on the issue.
At the same time, government and central bank officials claim that the transition to the euro will be smooth, and control measures will help avoid a sharp increase in prices and other economic risks. The Prime Minister and other officials emphasize that the euro will open new opportunities for Bulgaria’s economy, boost investment, and strengthen financial stability.
The protests have so far remained peaceful, but their scale and intensity indicate that a significant part of the public views the euro transition with great caution and concern.


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