Bulgaria's Government Falls After Huge Anti-Corruption Protests

Bulgaria's prime minister announced his government's resignation on Thursday. It follows less than a year in power and comes after massive nationwide protests against corruption. Tens of thousands of people demonstrated across the country on Wednesday. They protested against the government and systemic corruption. This move makes fresh elections likely. Bulgaria, a European Union member in the Balkans, has faced repeated elections in recent years. Political parties have struggled to form a stable, lasting government. The political crisis comes as Bulgaria prepares a major economic change. The country is scheduled to adopt the euro currency in January.