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Bulgaria Elects Pro-Russia Leader in Political Shake-Up
Bulgaria has elected former President Rumen Radev, seen as pro-Russia, in a landslide victory, ending a decade of conservative rule. Radev's party secured over 44% of the vote, with promises of stability and anti-corruption efforts appealing to voters. Experts suggest while Radev may be critical of EU policy, major disruptive actions are unlikely in the short term.