# Kostadin Kostadinov presidential campaign

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kostadin-kostadinov-presidential-campaign
> Updated: 2026-10-22T14:17:34.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 3.

Kostadin Kostadinov, the Vazrazhdane party leader and Bulgarian presidential candidate, has centered his campaign on national independence and security reform. During campaign visits to cities such as Sliven, Nova Zagora, and Burgas, Kostadinov advocated for Bulgaria to maintain neutrality and act as a peace mediator rather than being a ‘pawn in the game of others.’ He also emphasized educational reform, distributing his own history textbooks to address perceived curriculum deficiencies. As the campaign progressed, Kostadinov refined his security platform to include a policy of ‘active neutrality’ regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict. He argued that Bulgaria must cease supporting either side, specifically criticizing the nation’s role in supplying artillery ammunition to Ukraine. Additionally, he expressed skepticism regarding potential moratoriums on drone attacks in the Black Sea and called for the modernization of the Bulgarian military and the development of domestic defense industries. During recent campaign stops in Plovdiv and Asenovgrad, Kostadinov and his running mate, Petar Volgin, reiterated the necessity of remaining independent from foreign conflicts. Kostadinov proposed that an elected administration would formally declare active neutrality and halt all weapon exports to Ukraine to reduce national risks. His platform has expanded to highlight five key priorities: Bulgarian independence, peace preservation, national security, economic prosperity, and scientific and educational advancement. To underscore his readiness to serve as Commander-in-Chief, Kostadinov has also highlighted his professional background in the Air Force. More recently, Kostadinov addressed the political climate in Bulgaria, describing national hatred and division as a “cancer” eroding the country. He argued that the nation requires a unifying president rather than one that escalates conflicts. Simultaneously, Kostadinov disclosed personal financial difficulties stemming from a legal dispute with Daniel Lorer. Lorer is seeking 100,000 euros in damages following allegations of antisemitic remarks made on Kostadinov’s social media page.

## Claims

- Kostadin Kostadinov intends to pursue active neutrality regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict if elected president. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Kostadinov argues that supplying weapons to one side of the conflict constitutes active involvement in the war. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Kostadinov expressed skepticism regarding a moratorium on drone attacks in the Black Sea. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Kostadinov claims Bulgaria is the largest supplier of artillery ammunition to Ukraine. (single source)
- Kostadinov asserts that 90% of the shells used by Ukrainian artillery are of Bulgarian origin. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-22: Kostadin Kostadinov addresses national division and personal legal challenges

Bulgarian presidential candidate Kostadin Kostadinov called for national unity against social division and appealed for public help for a family due to his salary being garnished in a legal dispute.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kostadin-kostadinov-addresses-national-division-and-personal-legal-challenges

### 2026-10-15: Kostadin Kostadinov proposes active neutrality for Bulgaria

Vazrazhdane presidential candidate Kostadin Kostadinov proposes active neutrality for Bulgaria, calling for an end to weapon exports to Ukraine and a focus on national security and independence.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kostadin-kostadinov-proposes-active-neutrality-for-bulgaria

### 2026-10-13: Kostadin Kostadinov campaigns for neutrality and education reform

Vazrazhdane presidential candidate Kostadin Kostadinov campaigned in Sliven and Burgas, advocating for Bulgarian neutrality, national security, and educational reform.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kostadin-kostadinov-campaigns-for-neutrality-and-education-reform

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Cite as: Kostadin Kostadinov presidential campaign. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/kostadin-kostadinov-presidential-campaign