European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed outrage over the violence, emphasizing that peaceful protest is a fundamental right in Europe.

During the protest, a Molotov cocktail was thrown, igniting the front door of an EU building, breaking windows, and vandalizing the premises with red paint.

Public opinion is divided on euro adoption, with a recent poll indicating that 57.1% of Bulgarian adults oppose the move, fearing price increases similar to those experienced in Croatia.

Despite a previous ban on the Lukovmarsh due to its far-right associations, a court has overturned this decision, allowing the controversial event to proceed.

The Bulgarian government condemned the vandalism, labeling such actions as unacceptable and contradictory to the principles of the rule of law.

Emergency medical teams were deployed during the protests, and by early afternoon, gendarmerie forces were sent to help control the situation.

In Sofia, Bulgarian nationalists protested against the government's plans to join the eurozone, resulting in clashes with police.

Mannequins representing European leaders, including ECB President Christine Lagarde, were burned as part of the demonstrations.

Bulgaria's plans to join the eurozone have faced delays due to unmet inflation targets, which the government is currently working to address.

The Lukovmarsh torchlight procession is scheduled to take place, commemorating Hristo Lukov, a figure linked to Nazi Germany.

Vazrazhdane leader Kostadin Kostadinov has called for a referendum to retain the national currency, the lev, citing significant public support with over 600,000 signatures collected.

The ruling coalition partner GERB criticized the protests, asserting that demonstrations should not disrupt public order and security.