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The result affects Bulgarian voters and the country’s approach to Russia and Ukraine. The supplied reports do not describe a direct U.S. policy or economic effect.
POLITICS & POLICY • BULGARIA
Iliana Iotova wins Bulgaria’s presidential runoff
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Iliana Iotova won Bulgaria’s presidential runoff, becoming the country’s first elected female president, according to multiple reports. Her opponent, Andrey Gyurov, conceded; the campaign highlighted divisions over Russia and the war in Ukraine.
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