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Pro-Russian Ex-President's Party Leads Bulgarian Election, Fails to Secure Majority
Election Results and Anti-Corruption Pledge
The centre-left Progressive Bulgaria group, led by Rumen Radev, Bulgaria's pro-Russian former president, has emerged as the leading party in the country's recent parliamentary elections. In Bulgaria's eighth election in five years, Radev's party secured the highest vote share but fell short of an outright majority. Radev, who resigned as president in January, campaigned on an anti-corruption platform.
Election Amidst Political Crisis
The election was held amidst a prolonged political crisis triggered by an anti-graft movement. Radev emphasized his commitment to resolving this crisis and tackling the country's corruption issues. The Progressive Bulgaria group gained voter support based on these pledges, but a coalition government appears to be inevitable.
*Source: The Guardian World (2026-04-19)*
