Radev Wins Bulgaria Election

Rumen Radev’s decisive victory marks a significant turning point for Bulgaria, which has seen eight elections in just five years.

Hailing the result as a 'victory of hope,' Radev campaigned on a platform of dismantling oligarchic governance and restoring ties with Russia.

The performance exceeded exit poll forecasts, with his coalition expected to control at least 129 seats in the 240-seat parliament.

European Union leaders have expressed cautious optimism about working with the new government while noting Radev's eurosceptic stance.