Bulgarians Vote in Presidential Runoff Amid Regional Security Concerns

• Bulgarians voted in a presidential runoff on November 1 after a tight first round.
• The runoff follows a record-low turnout in the first round, with no candidate securing an outright majority.
• Voters are choosing between two candidates with differing views on the Ukraine war and ties with Russia.
• Regional security threats and economic concerns are influencing the election.
• The president of Bulgaria holds a largely ceremonial role.