Elections in Bulgaria – exit poll results are in

In Bulgaria's presidential elections, voter turnout was only 16.04% by 4 PM local time, marking a record low. Incumbent President Iliana Yotova called for national unity, while her main rival, Andrej Giurow, emphasized a future-oriented Bulgaria. Prime Minister Radew highlighted the need for a strong president amid geopolitical challenges. Radew stepped down in January to participate in parliamentary elections, leading to Yotova's presidency. Polls indicated Yotova as the frontrunner with 41.1% support, followed by Giurow at 28.3%. Analysts attribute low turnout to voter fatigue from ongoing campaigns. Voting continued until 8 PM local time, with a potential runoff on November 1 if no candidate secures over 50% of the votes.