AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoD-Day Diplomacy & Culture Clash: US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth sparked outrage in Normandy after linking migration to an “invasion of dangerous ideologies,” naming Spain, Italy, Greece and Bulgaria—prompting condemnation from UK figures and veterans’ families and renewed debate over how politics should (or shouldn’t) enter remembrance. Book Fairs & Bulgarian Voices: Georgi Gospodinov told BTA that books and readers endure crises, while Bulgaria’s guest-of-honour presence at Bucharest Bookfest featured Romanian translations—from Georgi Dimitrov’s diary to Kostadin Kostadinov’s “The Butterfly Hunter”—and a closing focus on Bulgarians in Izvoarele, tying identity to language, religion and community history. Rose Festival Traditions: Kazanlak’s 123rd Rose Festival drew visitors for the annual rose-picking ritual and the Rose parade, with folk performances and guests including President Iliana Iotova and tourism officials. Contemporary Art in Sofia: The 20th Water Tower Art Fest runs in Sofia until June 15, with international contemporary works and performances across multiple venues. Bulgarian Folklore Abroad: Lyon’s Ot Izvora folklore group marks its 15th anniversary on June 20 with a concert and Balkan festival, continuing its mission to spread Bulgarian folk songs and dances across Europe.
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