Bulgarian authorities raided multiple locations across five cities in a sweeping operation targeting Velichie party figures accused of orchestrating property fraud and financial crimes. Anti-corruption agents accompanied by tactical units descended on addresses in the capital, Varna, Shumen, Pazardzhik and Neofit Rilski village, detaining suspects connected to the alleged scheme.
Party leader Ivelin Mihaylov denied wrongdoing while claiming investigators manufactured charges against political opponents before pursuing negotiated settlements. The politician suggested prosecutors would likely seek removal of his parliamentary protections, warning that authorities aimed to neutralize his movement through fabricated accusations. Mihaylov asserted he documented the morning search operation and vowed his political message would circulate regardless of potential detention.
Party leader Ivelin Mihaylov denied wrongdoing while claiming investigators manufactured charges against political opponents before pursuing negotiated settlements. The politician suggested prosecutors would likely seek removal of his parliamentary protections, warning that authorities aimed to neutralize his movement through fabricated accusations. Mihaylov asserted he documented the morning search operation and vowed his political message would circulate regardless of potential detention.
