B1 — Intermediate
Rumen Radev said that Bulgaria will stop sending weapons to Ukraine. He believes Bulgaria has already helped Ukraine enough. He also thinks that the war should end through peace talks, and not more fighting.
Listen to this audio and read the transcript about Bulgaria not giving military aids to Ukraine anymore.
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Vocabulary Questions:
- What does “stance” mean? “This decision reflects the stance of the newly elected government, as Radev took office in May 2026 after his party won the parliamentary elections.” Use the word in a sentence. Give a synonym.
- What is the meaning of “peace negotiation”? ”He also suggested that both sides must begin peace negotiations.” Use the term in a sentence. Give a synonym.
- What does “to call for something” mean? “He also believed that a peaceful solution cannot be achieved through military means and calls for a diplomatic end to the war.” Use the idiom in a sentence. Give a synonym.
Discussion Questions:
- What is your opinion about Bulgaria’s decision?
- How could this affect Ukraine?
- Bulgaria Prime Minister Rumen Radev believes that a peaceful solution cannot be achieved through military means and calls for a diplomatic end to the war. Share your opinion about this statement.
- Another party argues that stopping military aid damages Bulgaria’s reputation and trust among its NATO and European Union allies. Do you agree or disagree? Explain.
- Should countries continue to provide military aid to other countries at war? Explain your answer.