The Bulgarian street denounces a mafia government

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Demonstration against the government, in front of the National Assembly, September 10, 2020 in Sofia.

AP / Valentina Petrova

By: Nadia Blétry Follow

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They demand the resignation of the government and the establishment of the rule of law.

Since July 9, 2020, Bulgarians have been demonstrating in the streets of Sofia, the capital.

Supported by a majority of the population, the gatherings became smaller than during the summer.

But, every 2 to 3 weeks, big demonstrations are organized which bring together thousands of people in the streets of Sofia.

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