Trump Shifts Stance: Emphasizes Importance of Ukraine's Survival Amid Aid Package Debate
In a notable shift of tone, former President Donald Trump acknowledged the significance of Ukraine's survival to the United States
Ukrainians are voting Sunday in presidential elections, the first since 2004, when the so-called Orange Revolution occurred.
Political analysts say that, five years later, the electorate is disillusioned. There is a widespread perception that the promises made five years ago – tackling corruption and enhancing links with the European Union – have failed to materialize.
Polling stations opened at 08:00 am Ukrainian time and are scheduled to close 12 hours later. Some 36,5 M Ukrainians are eligible to vote. Exit polls are expected soon after that time.
There are 18 presidential candidates, but, of these, only three are viewed as serious contenders. The pre-poll favorite was Viktor Yanukovych, former Prime Minister, whose initially apparent victory in 2004 was annulled amid allegations of vote-rigging.
His prime competitor is the current Prime Minister, Yulia Tymoshenko. The incumbent, Viktor Yushchenko, is expected to trail in third position.
If, as predicted, no candidate exceeds the 50% vote required, a run-off vote will be required. This is scheduled for February 7.
In an effort to ensure a credible election, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) has some 600 observers in place at polling stations nationwide. There are also thousands of other foreign observers in attendance.
We need your support so Novinite.com can keep delivering news and information about Bulgaria! Thank you!
In a move sparking controversy and diplomatic ripples, the United States wielded its veto power at the United Nations to thwart a resolution advocating for the recognition of a Palestinian state
Ukraine's defense industry is embarking on a comprehensive overhaul of Bulgarian armored personnel carriers (APCs), which are slated to be deployed to the frontline in the near future
NATO has announced plans to send Patriot air defense systems to the embattled nation
Israel launched a series of attacks with drones targeting multiple sites in Iran, triggering explosions and raising alarms across the region.
Ukraine's Prime Minister, Denys Shmyhal, issued a stark warning, stating that a third world war would erupt if Russia emerged victorious in the ongoing conflict
In a widely expected outcome, Croatia's ruling conservative party, the Croatian Democratic Union (HDZ), emerged victorious in the parliamentary elections
UN Happiness Report: Bulgaria's Astonishing Leap in Rankings
Bulgaria: 3 Regions With Lowest Life Expectancy - EU Report 2022