The Council of Ministers has made a key decision that will lead to significant changes in the leadership of the "Military Police" service. At a meeting, the government adopted a proposal to the president to issue a decree appointing Colonel Hristiyan Hristov as the interim director of the important structure. His appointment will take effect on September 19 and will last until a permanent appointee is named, for a period not longer than one year. This information was disseminated by the press service of the Council of Ministers, which underscores the official nature of the decision.
Release of the current director
The changes occur after the government proposed the release of the service's current director, Brigadier General Ivaylo Sotirov. His removal from the post and from military service will also be effective as of September 19. The official reason for this action is cited as reaching the age limit for military service, which is a standard procedure within the defense system.
The government's decision comes against the backdrop of the strategic role that the "Military Police" plays in national security. According to information published on the service's official website, it is a specialized structure whose main mission is:
The protection of order and security within the Ministry of Defense, as well as in all structures under the direct command of the Minister of Defense. Furthermore, the service is tasked with guaranteeing the security of the personnel in the Bulgarian Army.
As part of the armed forces, the "Military Police" is directly subordinate to the Minister of Defense and operates both independently and in cooperation with other security and law enforcement services.
Temporary appointment
Experts in the field of defense comment that the temporary appointment of Colonel Hristov is a standard practice in such cases, to ensure continuity and uninterrupted operational activity of the service until a permanent solution is chosen.
This leadership rotation is being carefully watched by security circles, as the "Military Police" is a key element of the system for control and stability within the armed forces. The appointment of Colonel Hristov is a temporary but important step aimed at ensuring the operational functioning of the structure without disruption during a critical period.