Bulgarian presidential election amid Russia and Ukraine policy debates
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The latest in this situation
- Bulgaria's upcoming election is being framed by its stance on Ukraine policy and its dialogue with Russia.
- Radev's party is Moscow-friendly as Bulgaria seeks better relations with Russia amid elections.
- Radev links Black Sea safety to Ukraine peace talks while Iotova pushes for dialogue with Moscow.
- Radev backed Iotova; Gyurov served as caretaker PM amid drone attacks near Bulgaria.
- Political figures in Bulgaria, including Boyko Borissov and the BSP, have endorsed various presidential candidate pairs.
How it started
Andrey Gyurov is contesting the Bulgarian presidential election as an independent, while Boyko Borissov leads political shifts.
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What happened
Andrey Gyurov is contesting the Bulgarian presidential election as an independent, while Boyko Borissov leads political shifts.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Political figures in Bulgaria, including Boyko Borissov and the BSP, have endorsed various presidential candidate pairs.Sub-event
Andrey Gyurov is running in a presidential runoff in Bulgaria.1 source
- Radev's party is active in Bulgaria, and the Ukraine war is impacting the Bulgarian election focus, where Gyurov is a candidate.Sub-event
The Bulgarian Socialist Party supports the Yotova ticket, and new candidates are running in the election.1 source
Andrey Gyurov confirmed his candidacy and running mate for the Bulgarian election.1 source
Specific polling update on the Bulgarian presidential election race.1 source
Kostadinov joins Gyurov as a candidate in the Bulgarian presidential election.1 source
Update on the Bulgarian presidential race, naming leaders and main challengers.1 source
Show 4 earlier steps
Borissov's political status is confirmed as opposition leader in Bulgaria.1 source
GERB leader Boyko Borissov questioned Andrey Gyurov's viability for the presidency.1 source
Gyurov and Kandev nominated for vice presidency, alongside political commentary and a plant opening.1 source
Andrey Gyurov is contesting the presidential election as an independent candidate in Bulgaria.1 source
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The entities involved
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Bulgaria
country in Southeast Europe
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Andrey Gyurov
Bulgarian politician (born 1975)
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Boyko Borissov
Prime Minister of Bulgaria (2009–2013; 2014–2017; 2017–2021)
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- Andrey Gyurov and Georgi Kandev are confirmed as presidential candidates in Bulgaria.
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- Andrey Gyurov previously served as deputy governor of the Bulgarian National Bank.
- Radev's party secured a victory in the recent Bulgarian parliamentary elections.