Bulgaria’s Parliament Appoints Pro‑Russia Radev as PM
Get the Geopolitics newsletter
Daily geopolitics — wars, elections, sanctions, the diplomatic moves that move markets. Free.
- Rumen Radev was confirmed as Bulgaria’s prime minister by the national parliament.
- Bulgaria Parliament appointed Radev, a figure described as aligned with Russia and critical of the EU.
- Rumen Radev faces his first major test: prosecuting the corruption exposed in Bulgaria.
- Rumen Radev outlined plans for his new government after the election.
Why it matters: Rumen Radev gains executive power, strengthening Russia‑friendly influence in an EU member; EU officials lose a cooperative ally, while Bulgaria’s anti‑corruption drive will test his government’s credibility.
