Former Bulgarian President Rumen Radev, known for his Russia-friendly stance, is campaigning as an anti-establishment figure and is a favorite in the upcoming elections. This marks the country's eighth election in five years.

The Progressive Bulgaria party, led by former President Rumen Radev, is projected for a significant win in Bulgaria's general election, sparking concerns about a potential shift towards Russia.

Sociological surveys indicate that Rumen Radev's Progressive Bulgaria leads ahead of GERB, followed by PP-DB, DPS, and Vazrazhdane. The parliament is projected to be five-party, with BSP on the verge of entry.

An analysis by Identrics revealed that Bulgarian President Rumen Radev authored the most controversial social media posts between March 30 and April 5. The ranking highlighted publications from Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok combining a negative tone with high engagement.

Bulgaria's Dossier Commission has reported finding only one collaborator of former intelligence services on the electoral lists associated with President Rumen Radev, drawing public attention to the coalition.

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev stated that the 'assemblers,' specifically 'We Continue the Change,' are actively working to hijack the upcoming elections after having already 'hijacked' the Constitution.

The leader of "Progressive Bulgaria," Rumen Radev, has assured his supporters in Krumovgrad and Momchilgrad that he will not form a coalition with Delyan Peevski and Boyko Borissov.

Bulgarian political figures Vassilev, Radev, and Borissov are engaged in mutual accusations of lies and hypocrisy, with Rumen Radev addressing supporters in Varna.

The candidate lists for Rumen Radev's "Progressive Bulgaria" party for local elections have been revealed, focusing on candidates from specific cities like Varna, Dobrich, Shumen, Targovishte, Razgrad, and Silistra.

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev declared his clear goal to 'overthrow the oligarchy' and ensure there are no poor people in European Bulgaria, stating that no force can break their resolve in this fight.

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev presented the electoral program of the 'Progressive Bulgaria' coalition, outlining its priorities for the upcoming elections.

A MarketLinks poll indicates nearly equal electoral support for the coalition behind former President Rumen Radev ("Progressive Bulgaria") and GERB, with Radev holding a narrow 2.5% lead among decided voters one month before the elections.

A business newsletter covers topics including the candidate MPs of Rumen Radev and UniCredit's request for a larger stake in Commerzbank.

Bulgarian leaders Boyko Borisov and Rumen Radev have demonstrated awareness of possible changes to the country's gas agreement with Botash.

A Gallup poll indicates that Bulgarian President Rumen Radev is projected to receive just under 30% of the vote.

Rumen Hristov, leader of GERB's coalition partner, has suggested the possibility of a joint government between Boyko Borissov and Rumen Radev, stating that if Radev wins elections, he would choose his coalition partner.

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev's new political project aims to unite the left, potentially forming a new BSP-like coalition with formal leaders Galab Donev and Dimitar Stoyanov, and Radev as the informal leader.

A new poll by Alpha Research indicates that Rumen Radev's 'Progressive Bulgaria' formation leads GERB by approximately 13 percentage points, with 32.6% support compared to GERB's 19.7%.

Former Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has taken the first official step to participate in early parliamentary elections in April, registering an alliance named 'Progressive Bulgaria'.

Sociologists suggest that Bulgaria's caretaker government is clearing the political landscape for President Rumen Radev, positioning him as a potential winner in future elections against current ruling parties.

Asen Vasilev, chairman of 'We Continue the Change' (PP), has called on President Rumen Radev to participate in a protest against the Chief Prosecutor, urging him to demonstrate action against Boyko Borisov and Delyan Peevski.

Former Bulgarian President Rumen Radev, a self-proclaimed fighter against the establishment, is a favorite in the upcoming eighth election in five years, leading his party alliance.

Asen Vasilev, leader of "We Continue the Change," has outlined two major disagreements with President Rumen Radev, economically and geopolitically, stating that forming a government with him would be "a very difficult task."

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev stated he did not withdraw the veto on North Macedonia's EU accession until a condition for Bulgarians to be included in the Macedonian constitution was secured.

Former Bulgarian President Rumen Radev claims there is a plan underway to discredit his party's anticipated victory in the upcoming April 19 elections, drawing parallels to events in Romania.

Rumen Radev is converting the 'Progressive Bulgaria' coalition, with which he plans to participate in the April 19 elections, into a political party, according to a press release from the formation.

The Bulgarian political party 'Yes, Bulgaria' (Da, България) has issued a statement urging President Rumen Radev not to pit Bulgaria's European affiliation against the fundamental rights to fair elections and a better quality of life.

Ivaylo Mirchev, co-chairman of 'Yes, Bulgaria,' has publicly challenged GERB leader Boyko Borisov and 'Progressive Bulgaria' leader Rumen Radev to a pre-election debate.

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has announced an initiative to search for money and property of illegal origin located abroad, in cooperation with partner services.

Това е нюзлетърът "Бизнес закуска", който абонатите на "Капитал" получават всяка сутрин в електронните си пощи.

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev's political formation, 'Progressive Bulgaria,' is attracting members from various parties, including BSP, VMRO, and GERB, for its parliamentary lists.

Формацията на доскрошния президент Румен Радев "Прогресивна България" и ГЕРБ са с приблизително еднаква подкрепа месец преди изборите.

Former Bulgarian President Rumen Radev will lead two electoral lists for the 'Progressive Bulgaria' coalition in the upcoming snap elections, with the lists including athletes and defectors from other parties.

Rumen Radev's political formation, 'Progressive Bulgaria,' holds a significant lead over its rivals ahead of the upcoming snap parliamentary elections in Bulgaria.

Former Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has unveiled his new political project, 'Progressive Bulgaria,' positioning it within the left-centrist political spectrum. Details about the carefully guarded project are slowly emerging.

Desislava Radeva, wife of the former Bulgarian president, signaled her distancing from Rumen Radev's newly registered political party project, quoting a song lyric 'I'm not in the whole scheme'.

A new 'AlfaResearch' poll indicates that President Rumen Radev's political project holds a significant lead with 32.6% of votes, with five parties expected to enter the next Bulgarian parliament.

A Facebook post by Desislava Radeva, wife of Bulgarian President Rumen Radev, has sparked widespread comments and speculation about whether she is distancing herself from his political project or indicating a lack of operational involvement.

Two days before the deadline, Bulgarian President Rumen Radev's new formation, 'Progressive Bulgaria' coalition, submitted documents to participate in the snap parliamentary elections on April 19.

Bulgarian Vice President Iliana Yotova has declared that her stance on the war in Ukraine is identical to that of President Rumen Radev.

A 'Trend' agency poll indicates that Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has the highest public support at 32.7%, while the GERB party maintains its position with 20.4% support.

Radostin Vasilev proposed joint political actions between President Rumen Radev and the PP-DB coalition against Borisov and Peevski. President Radev subsequently indicated openness to discussions with PP-DB regarding potential cooperation in the upcoming parliament.

Concerns are growing that Bulgaria might follow a similar political path to Hungary, as pro-Russian ex-president Rumen Radev is expected to become the new government leader. Signs of Moscow's interference have been observed in social media.

The "Progressive Bulgaria" party, led by former President Rumen Radev, has reportedly collected nearly 800,000 euros in donations. This financial update highlights the party's fundraising efforts.

GERB leader Boyko Borissov has accused liberals of "melting" Bulgaria before Brussels and Washington, thereby discrediting the upcoming elections and causing "damage to Bulgaria." This follows recent statements by former president Rumen Radev, who is running in the April 19 vote.

The 'Yes, Bulgaria' party has refuted President Rumen Radev's accusations regarding the interim government's legitimacy and his claims of hybrid threats against Bulgaria, stating that citizens are receiving threats to election honesty instead of answers to key questions.

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has submitted his resignation to the Constitutional Court, which is now deliberating on the matter, according to the Bulgarian News Agency BTA.

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev stated that the caretaker government's agreement with Ukraine "continues the tradition of assemblies," implying a lack of transparency or proper process.

The political formation associated with Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has reportedly received close to 150,000 euros in donations, according to recent financial disclosures.

The article discusses the composition of former President Rumen Radev's political lists, including figures from the caretaker government and other parties, alongside an interview with Interior Minister Emil Dechev, focusing on key political questions in Bulgaria.

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has spoken about forming his own government with a 160-deputy majority and pledged to eliminate oligarchic control over the political process, state administration, and media. However, he did not name the individuals exercising this 'oligarchic' control.

The newly-formed party of former President Rumen Radev is poised to win Bulgaria's upcoming elections despite lacking a manifesto, as other parties vie for position in the country's ninth vote in five years.

Famous gymnast Yordan Yovchev has joined the election race, appearing second on the 'Progressive Bulgaria' list for former president Rumen Radev in Plovdiv-region.

Bulgarian journalist Margarita Nikolova has sharply criticized President Rumen Radev, labeling him a 'fake, absent hero' who attempts to build a mystique around his image, despite many young Bulgarians returning to the country.

Former President Rumen Radev announced his intention to run for parliament, stating, 'I will be in parliament, not from the couch.'

An analysis suggests that Bulgarian President Rumen Radev's strategy is to let Bulgarians 'assemble' his party from the parts he sparingly provides, with the final outcome depending on the election results and offering three potential scenarios.

MEP Radan Kanev of DSB urged President Iliana Yotova to convene the Consultative Council for National Security (KSNS) to discuss Bulgaria's participation in negotiations for a French nuclear umbrella, suggesting former head of state Rumen Radev also be invited.

Bulgaria's Election Commission has refused to register a coalition that appeared to imitate the political formation behind President Rumen Radev for the April 19 vote, specifically denying registration to 'Prosperous Bulgaria'.

Former Bulgarian President Rumen Radev announced his campaign for the future of Bulgaria, expressing confidence in winning the elections and establishing a government with clear, equal rules for all.

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev is set to participate in the upcoming elections as part of the newly registered 'Progressive Bulgaria' coalition.

Rumen Radev, who recently resigned as President of Bulgaria, gave his first foreign interview to a newspaper run by a former Stasi informant, titled 'We must talk to Russia', with a subtitle suggesting he now wants to become prime minister.