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Bulgaria’s snap election on April 19 could usher former president Rumen Radev into power with a pro-European but ambivalent stance toward Russia, potentially complicating EU and NATO positions on sanctions and Ukraine aid amid Bulgaria’s fragmented politics and rising Kremlin influence in the region.
European leaders expressed support for ongoing efforts to end the conflict in Ukraine, emphasizing the need for strong security guarantees for Ukraine, continued sanctions on Russia, and the importance of international cooperation, including potential trilateral talks involving the US, Ukraine, and Europe.
The unexpected victory of far-right, pro-Russian candidate Călin Georgescu in Romania's presidential election first round has raised concerns in Brussels about Romania potentially aligning with Moscow, threatening EU and NATO unity. Reformist candidate Elena Lasconi, who will face Georgescu in a runoff, warns against Russian influence. Georgescu's rise, despite no party backing, is seen as part of Russia's strategy to sway Eastern European countries. His win could shift Romania's stance on EU and NATO, echoing pro-Russian sentiments seen in Hungary and Slovakia.