Bulgaria presidential election heads to runoff amid low turnout and political instability

Bulgaria's presidential election will go to a runoff between acting President Iliana Yotova and former caretaker PM Andrey Gyurov after a record-low first-round turnout of 22.5%. The low participation reflects deep political instability and voter disillusionment, complicating the country's path to stable governance. The runoff outcome will shape Bulgaria's political trajectory and its relations with the EU and NATO.

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