22 July 2026

Welcome to Bulgaria Today, the English-language podcast of Radio Bulgaria, on July 22 hosted by Rositsa Petkova.In today's edition, we bring you the latest developments surrounding the decision to station U.S. aerial refuelling aircraft at Bezmer Air Base, the Bulgarian government's assurances that no military operations in the Middle East will be launched from Bulgarian territory, andthe impact of critically low water levels on navigation along the Danube.Later in the programme, we travel to the northwestern village of Salash, where history, tradition and hope for the future meet on Bulgaria's border with Serbia.At the end, we offer you a vibrant piece from the Bulgarian National Radio Folk Orchestra.Enjoy listening!You can listen to the full version of this podcast, including the music slot, on our website HERE