Pro-Russian party leads Bulgaria election

Exit polls indicate the party of former President Rumen Radev is winning Bulgaria's parliamentary election and may secure a majority.

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4 verified

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Bulgaria

Updated

Monday, 20 April 2026 at 04:38 UTC

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Exit poll data from Bulgaria's parliamentary election on April 19, 2026, indicates the party of former President Rumen Radev is winning and may secure a parliamentary majority. Radev, a former fighter pilot and Eurosceptic, opposes military support for Ukraine and is considered a pro-Russian politician who supports resuming the free flow of Russian oil and gas to Europe. The results, if confirmed, would mark a significant political shift in the country.

Updates · 3

20 Apr@FaytuksNetwork

Updated with specific vote count (44.5% with 78% of results in) and confirmation of a parliamentary majority from exit polls.

20 Apr@johnspectator

The State Election Commission has provided a precise update, stating 78.24% of protocols have been processed as of 08:00 on April 20.

20 AprDIVGEN 🚩 Карта СВО

Exit poll data now indicates Radev's party is winning and may secure a parliamentary majority.

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e/eineurope · topic · T-01861cycle Monday, 20 April 2026 at 04:38 UTC · first reported 20 Apr