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Story summary
- Rumen Radev's election victory in Bulgaria raises questions about his foreign policy and possible realignment with Russia.
- The Kremlin expressed optimism that Radev will pursue pragmatic discussions with Russia.
- Radev has signaled opposition to military support for Ukraine and aims to restore Russian oil and gas imports, potentially shifting Bulgaria's EU and NATO alignment.
- Dmitry Peskov, the Kremlin spokesman, cautioned against hasty conclusions about broader European changes.
