Bulgarian Leaders Welcome New Pope, Emphasize Strengthening Ties with the Vatican

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Bulgaria 's Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov and President Rumen Radev extended their congratulations to Pope Leo XIV following the announcement of the new head of the Catholic Church. The gesture was echoed by GERB leader Boyko Borissov, who also conveyed his best wishes. In a post on X, Zhelyazkov expressed hope that the newly elected pontiff would be a force for peace in a world marked by conflict. " I heartily congratulate the new head of the Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV. I wish His