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Bulgaria: government resigns

Bulgaria announced the resignation of its government. Prime Minister Roman Zhelyazkov, who headed the government, officially stepped down from his position after lengthy debates in parliament. A group of lawmakers expressing dissatisfaction with corruption and low efficiency demanded holding snap elections. While a new coalition has not yet been appointed, parliament is developing a transitional period plan.

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Earlier in parliament, demands for reforming government structures intensified due to criticism of low efficiency and corruption scandals.

Summary:

Bulgaria has resumed political turmoil: the government resigned after bankruptcy, Prime Minister Zhelezkov stepped down, and snap elections are expected.