Rumen Radev is a Bulgarian politician and former military officer who has served as the President of Bulgaria since January 2017. He was born on June 18, 1963, in the city of Dimitrovgrad. Radev is a graduate of the National Military University and has a background in aviation, having served as a fighter pilot in the Bulgarian Air Force. Before becoming president, Radev was the commander of the Bulgarian Air Force and held various military positions. He is known for his pro-European Union stance and has focused on issues such as national security and economic development during his presidency.