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Protesters block traffic at E-79 international road to Greece near Blagoevgrad

published on 8/2/20 2:18 PM

Blocked traffic on E-79 highway near Blagoevgrad

Photo: BGNES

About 50 protesters partially have blocked the E-79 highway near Blagoevgrad, the BNR reports. Protesters are demanding the resignation of the government and the prosecutor general.

Police teams are on the spot, allowing the passage of cars in one lane and then in the other lane, the BNR announces.

The traffic to Greece and Sofia is difficult and queues have started to form.

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Radio Bulgaria News Blagoevgrad E-79 protests

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