Published: Jan 15, 2026, 23:36 IST | Updated: Jan 15, 2026, 23:36 IST
Protests have erupted in Bulgaria as demonstrators demand fair elections and the restoration of machine voting to prevent manipulation. Citizens, opposition parties, and civil groups argue that paper-only ballots increase the risk of fraud and vote-buying, insisting that electronic machines are vital to safeguard transparent, credible polls.