Bulgaria Kremlin-friendly ex-president wins parliamentary majority
Summary
Rumen Radev, Bulgaria’s former president who supports closer ties with Russia and criticizes the European Union, won a clear majority in recent parliamentary elections. This victory may end years of political instability in Bulgaria, which has had multiple elections since 2021.Key Facts
- Rumen Radev is a former president of Bulgaria.
- He is known for criticizing the European Union and favors renewing relations with Russia.
- Radev’s coalition won an absolute majority in the recent parliamentary elections.
- Bulgaria has faced political instability, holding eight votes since 2021.
- The previous government was led by Boyko Borissov, who supported close ties with Europe.
- Anti-corruption protests helped bring down Borissov’s conservative administration.
- Bulgaria is the poorest member of the European Union.
- Radev’s win could bring more stability and change Bulgaria’s foreign relations direction.
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