By Marina Stoimenova from Sofia
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The early elections held in Bulgaria have left a result with a strong political impact in Europe. Former President Rumen Radev is emerging as the winner after prevailing in exit polls. Radev, a former fighter pilot, stepped down as Bulgaria’s president in January. He’s been considered friendly to Russia
His coalition would have achieved around 37% of the votes, far ahead of the conservative GERB party, led by Boiko Borissov, which would remain at around 16%.
The turnout of people voting is high, over 45%.