site.btaContinue the Change Leader Assen Vassilev Votes for "Truly European Bulgaria"

Casting his vote in his hometown of Haskovo, Continue the Change leader Assen Vassilev said he hopes Bulgarians will opt for a truly European Bulgaria. He said he was encouraged by the high turnout, noting that he had to wait for about 15 minutes to cast his vote. 

He urged citizens to be active, stressing that voter participation is key. "Go out and vote. Today we have a unique chance not to have to protest again, but with our votes to form a parliament that works for all Bulgarian citizens," Vassilev said.

He also highlighted the country's geopolitical choice. "My message is to vote for Bulgaria's true belonging to Europe, not for experiments between East and West," he said.

Regarding reports of irregularities received at the party's headquarters, he said they are not unusual. "There are some typical reports - campaigning near polling stations, voting machine batteries are being replaced in some places, but overall nothing that appears dramatic," Vassilev added.