Who Is Rumen Radev? with Maria Simeonova

European Liberal Forum · May 7, 2026 · 33m

How has the recent election transformed the Bulgarian political scene? What will be the European priorities of the newly formed government? What is Rumen Radev's main message? And what was his secret that helped him ensure a win? Leszek Jazdzewski (Fundacja Liberte!) talks with Maria Simeonova, the Head of the Sofia office at the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR). Her areas of focus include EU foreign policy, the Black Sea region, Bulgaria’s role in the EU, and the Western Balkans. Prior to assuming this role, she served as coordinator for the Sofia office and the Western Balkans…