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EPISODE · Apr 20, 2026 · 19 MIN

Russia-friendly former president wins Bulgarian election

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On today’s episode of Europe Today, we bring you the results of the parliamentary elections in Bulgaria, where Rumen Radev, an EU critic considered sympathetic to Russia, has won by a significant margin over his rivals. We ask what the outcome means for Brussels. We also cross over to Dubai for the latest from the Middle East, and our Europe Editor Maria Tadeo debriefs a convention in Barcelona dubbed the “progressive CPAC”. Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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