Bulgaria presidential vote heads to runoff; ruling party leads with low turnout

First round of Bulgaria's presidential election saw record-low turnout of 22%, with ruling-party candidates Ilijana Jotowa and Kirił Wałczew leading at 34.76%. A runoff is set, but low participation signals voter disillusionment and potential political volatility.

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