Donev's Dilemma: Bulgaria's Deputy PM Sparks Controversy Over Inflation Explanation

Bulgaria's Deputy Prime Minister Dove Donev has sparked controversy after making contradictory statements about inflation in the country. In an interview, he claimed that inflation is not caused by the Eurozone crisis, which contradicts the repeated statements of the prime minister who appointed him. Donev attributed the rise in prices to the government's policies regarding store pricing.

Donev's statement has been met with criticism from Stoyan Panchev, who argued that even if inflation is caused by external factors, it is the government's responsibility to mitigate its effects on the economy. Panchev pointed out that other countries in the Eurozone have faced similar issues and managed to control prices.

Donev's contradictory statements have raised questions about his credibility and the effectiveness of the government in addressing inflation. The controversy has sparked a debate among Bulgarians, with some calling for Donev's resignation and others defending him against what they see as unfair criticism.