Another political challenge shakes Bulgarian justice with an unconventional case that provokes serious public interest. The case against Varna Mayor Blagomir Kotsev takes on an extremely atypical character, described by political analyst Radan Kanev as a "weightless accusation".
The key problem lies in the uncertainty of witness testimony. The main witness Ivanov officially withdraws his initial claims, stating that they were given under pressure from investigating officers. This unexpected turn calls into question the entire procedural construction.
The Corruption Percentage Commission (CPC) continues the investigation with non-standard methods that themselves raise questions. Unofficial sources indicate that during a search in Kotsev's home, agents conducted an extremely thorough investigation, including searching children's diapers for potential evidence.
The international aspect of the case further complicates it. The presence of the German ambassador at civil protests provoked a sharp diplomatic reaction from the Bulgarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The department of Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev published an official position warning foreign diplomats to observe certain protocol norms.
The paradox of the situation is highlighted by the fact that besides the withdrawn witness Ivanov, there is another key witness - Mrs. Plamenka. Her testimony becomes the center of media and political interest, even inspiring journalist Ivo Balev to write a satirical song.
Analysts see in this case a symptom of deeper problems in the judicial system. The metaphorical definition "air cushion case" enters the public space as an eloquent expression of legal uncertainty and political influences.
Parallels with earlier journalistic works, such as Lyuben Dilov's book "Sitting in the Air", further emphasize the irony and absurdity of what is happening. The case takes on an almost symbolic character of a contemporary political farce.
The final result remains uncertain. Whether the accusation will materialize or remain "in the air" remains to be seen. One thing is certain - the Kotsev case is already part of contemporary Bulgarian political folklore.