Rumen Radev announced his resignation from the position of president of Bulgaria to lead a new political project in the upcoming elections.

Rumen Radev emphasized that his resignation is motivated by the desire to respond to current political challenges and to launch a new political project, mentioning that the current government has undermined the trust of citizens and state institutions. He criticized the existing governance model, describing it as a facade of democracy controlled by oligarchs and expressed concerns about the lack of trust of citizens in politics and the media. Radev promised that he would continue to act in the interest of the people and apologized for any shortcomings during his term. His resignation marks a significant change in the Bulgarian political landscape, paving the way for a new party that will address the current issues of society.