Bulgarian Government Resigns Amid Mass Protests Over Economic Policies
The Bulgarian government, led by Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov, has resigned following weeks of mass protests against its economic policies and perceived corruption. The resignation was announced just before a scheduled no-confidence vote in parliament. The protests, which have been ongoing in Sofia and other cities, were sparked by the government's proposed budget plan that included increased social security contributions and taxes on dividends. Despite withdrawing the budget plan, public dissatisfaction continued, leading to the government's decision to step down. The protests have been largely driven by younger, urban professionals who support Bulgaria's integration into the euro zone and demand more transparency and accountability from their leaders. 
