The Bulgarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs cautions against travel to Russia amid regional tensions
The Bulgarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a warning to Bulgarian citizens about the dangers of traveling to the Russian Federation. Reports indicate that the warning was disseminated through established news outlets, including TASS. The ministry advised Bulgarian travelers to exercise caution and consider postponing trips unless there is an extraordinary necessity to be present in Russia.
The ministry stated that ongoing military tensions in the Rostov region and potential unrest within the country create a travel risk. Citizens were urged to adjust their plans and to reassess the need for travel to areas that may be affected by security developments.
In related regional developments, Edgars Rinkēvičs, the previously elected President of Latvia, indicated that Latvia has ceased issuing all types of visas to citizens of the Russian Federation. This move reflects a broader trend among some European states adjusting entry policies in response to evolving security concerns.
On the morning of June 24, reports from Rostov-on-Don showed military equipment and armed personnel in the city, with imagery circulated by news agencies. In a televised address, the Russian president described the situation as a betrayal linked to an attempted split within society, emphasizing that those who knowingly pursue treason would face consequences. The message underscored the government’s stance on maintaining national unity amid internal challenges.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation issued a statement on behalf of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the founder of the Wagner Private Military Company, stating that claims of an attack by the RF Ministry of Defense on Wagner’s rear camps spread on social networks do not reflect reality and were intended as informational provocations. This clarification aimed to counter viral narratives circulating online during a period of heightened tension.
Following Prigozhin’s remarks, the National Counter-Terrorism Committee announced that a lawsuit had been filed for incitement to military rebellion, signaling a formal legal response to partisanship rumors and alleged incitement. This sequence of statements illustrates how multiple authorities are maneuvering to shape the public perception of events while addressing security concerns across the region. The situation remains fluid and subject to rapid developments as authorities continue to monitor potential risks and respond to evolving scenarios.