The recent parliamentary vote on the Bulgarian language law indicates a shift towards nationalism, aligning with the ideologies of various political factions in Bulgaria, including the BSP and nationalist parties.

The law’s approval raises concerns about the rights of ethnic minorities in Bulgaria, suggesting that they may need permission to use their languages publicly, thus making them ‘invisible’ in society.

The article criticizes the law as a regressive step for Bulgaria’s European integration and warns of potential legal challenges in Strasbourg for violating minority rights.

• Законът за българския език – по-малко Европа за правата и свободите ни. In: Faktor. 06.11.2026. https://faktor.bg/zakonat-za-balgarskiq-ezik-po-malko-evropa-za-pravata-i-svobodite-ni