In a significant upheaval of power, Bulgarian military leaders orchestrated a coup d'état that resulted in the overthrow of the existing government. The coup was primarily driven by a combination of political discontent and economic hardship stemming from the aftermath of World War I. Political instability had plagued Bulgaria throughout the early 1920s, with frequent changes in government and widespread public discontent. Economic issues, including hyperinflation and social unrest, fueled the military's desire to re-establish control. On June 9, General Georgi Popov and numerous officers mobilized troops to secure pivotal locations within Sofia, the capital, and implemented a strategic plan to arrest key political figures who opposed the military's intervention.

The coup was characteristically swift, as armed forces quickly took control of government buildings, ensuring minimal resistance. The military leaders announced their intention to stabilize the country and restore order, promising reforms and a cessation of corruption associated with the previous regimes. However, while initial military rule garnered some support, it also led to fierce resistance from political factions and civil society, resulting in increased tensions nationwide. Furthermore, the coup set a precedent for military interventions in Bulgarian politics, which would recur intermittently in future decades.

In the aftermath, the military regime faced challenges in governance, including managing expectations of the populace and navigating the political landscape. Ultimately, the coup underscored the fragility of democratic institutions in post-war Bulgaria and reflected the broader regional trends of instability that affected many European nations during the interwar period.