Presidential elections in Bulgaria. The second round is underway

In Bulgaria, the second round of presidential elections began at 7 AM local time. Iliana Jotowa and Andrej Giurow are competing for the presidency after Jotowa received 34.7% and Giurow 31.9% in the first round. Polls will remain open until 8 PM local time. Jotowa, supported by the ruling party, aims to maintain Bulgaria's European course while improving relations with Moscow. Giurow, backed by the opposition, advocates for strong NATO cooperation and support for Ukraine. Voting patterns differ abroad, with Giurow leading at 45.7%. Rumen Radev stepped down to run in parliamentary elections, and Jotowa is currently acting president, being the first woman in this role.