Kiril Petkov vs Taha Yassin Ramadan

Kiril Petkov co-founded the 'We Continue the Change' party with Asen Vasilev, focusing on anti-corruption and reform. The party quickly gained popularity, winning the November 2021 parliamentary elections.

Petkov became Prime Minister in December 2021, leading a four-party coalition government. His cabinet included technocrats and reformers, aiming to tackle corruption and modernize Bulgaria's economy.

Petkov's government lifted Bulgaria's veto on EU accession talks with North Macedonia, agreeing to a compromise that addressed historical issues. The decision was praised by the EU but criticized by nationalists in Bulgaria.

Petkov's government lost a no-confidence vote in June 2022, triggered by disagreements over the North Macedonia veto and internal coalition tensions. The collapse led to early elections and a return to political instability.

Ramadan was appointed Vice President of Iraq under Saddam Hussein. He served as a loyal deputy, overseeing economic affairs and the implementation of sanctions-era policies. He remained in office until the 2003 invasion.

Ramadan was involved in the brutal suppression of the Shia and Kurdish uprisings that followed the Gulf War. He oversaw the use of force and the destruction of infrastructure in rebel-held areas, contributing to widespread casualties.

Ramadan was captured by US forces in August 2003. He was later tried by the Iraqi High Tribunal for crimes against humanity, including the 1991 uprisings. He was sentenced to death and executed by hanging in 2007.