Rumen Radev Wins Bulgarian Election

Projections indicate that Radev's coalition earned approximately 39% of the vote, significantly outpacing the center-right GERB party.

The result marks a potential shift in Bulgaria's foreign policy, as Radev has consistently opposed military aid for Ukraine and sanctions against Moscow.

However, despite the strong showing, he may still fall short of an absolute majority, which could prolong the political instability that has seen eight elections in five years.

The high voter turnout suggests a public desire for systemic change and a crackdown on long-standing corruption.