19.01.2026 21:41
Bulgarian President Rumen Radev announced his decision to resign months before the end of his term. Radev's decision brings the early election process and transition period to the forefront in the country, and according to the constitution, it is expected that Vice President Iliyana Yotova will temporarily take over the presidential seat.
The President of Bulgaria, Rumen Radev, announced that he has decided to resign approximately one year before the end of his term. Following Radev's resignation, the constitutional process will be initiated, and it is expected that the Vice President, Iliyana Yotova, will temporarily assume the presidency.
ANNOUNCED IN A SPEECH TO THE NATION
President Radev announced to the public in a speech to the nation that he would resign from his position. Radev, who made the decision to end his term early, which is expected to last until January 2027, stated that he would submit his resignation to the Constitutional Court on Tuesday.
THE CONSTITUTIONAL COURT PROCESS WILL BE DETERMINATIVE
If Radev's resignation is approved by the Constitutional Court, the presidency will be temporarily transferred to Vice President Iliyana Yotova, as required by the Bulgarian Constitution.
YOTOVA WILL BE IN OFFICE UNTIL JANUARY 22, 2027
It has been stated that the temporary appointment will continue until the presidential elections planned for November in the country. Iliyana Yotova is expected to carry out the presidential duties until January 22, 2027.