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Bulgaria Holds Eighth Election in Five Years Amid Protests

4/19/2026

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Bulgaria votes for new leadership on Sunday, its eighth election in five years.
The vote follows mass protests that ousted the previous government four months ago.
Public dissatisfaction stems from perceived corruption and ineffective coalitions.
The arrest of Varna's mayor from the We Continue the Change party on embezzlement charges sparked protests last year.
Protests in December over a controversial budget proposal drew tens of thousands.

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Bulgaria votes for new leadership on Sunday, its eighth election in five years.
The vote follows mass protests that ousted the previous government four months ago.
Public dissatisfaction stems from perceived corruption and ineffective coalitions.
The arrest of Varna's mayor from the We Continue the Change party on embezzlement charges sparked protests last year.
Protests in December over a controversial budget proposal drew tens of thousands.