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The Bulgarian government has taken a neutral stance in the ongoing scandal surrounding the Bulgarian European Prosecutor, Teodora Georgieva. Deputy Prime Minister Atanas Zafirov has expressed confidence in the European Prosecutor's Office to conduct a thorough investigation and reach a decision that will not damage Bulgaria's reputation.

Bulgarian Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev hosted an Iftar dinner for Arab ambassadors, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and cooperation in building a peaceful and prosperous world. He also expressed support for the Arab Plan for the Reconstruction of Gaza and initiatives promoting a two-state solution.

The next 24 hours will bring mostly cloudy skies with scattered showers and thunderstorms, while temperatures will range from lows of 4°C to 9°C and highs of 12°C to 17°C. In the mountains, expect rain and snow above 1700-1800 meters, while the Black Sea coast will see significant cloudiness but almost no precipitation.

Fevertree reported a strong full-year performance, with surging US sales helping to counterbalance a dip in its domestic UK market. The company's solid performance has prompted it to extend its share buyback programme by an additional £29 million, taking the total shareholder return planned for the year to £100 million.

The UK government is investing £3.25 billion in public service reform, with a focus on AI and cutting-edge technology to boost productivity, modernize operations, and support long-term economic growth. This investment aims to make public services more efficient and effective, while also strengthening national security and creating new opportunities for UK tech firms and startups.