Bulgarian Parliament’s Controversial Decision: Deribes Coalition Saves Immunity of Accused MPs
In a move that has sparked widespread outrage, the Deribes of Dogan coalition, in alliance with GERB, secured the votes of the Boris Party to protect Jayhan Ibryamov and Mario Rangelov from facing justice. Ibryamov is accused of bribery and trading in influence, while Rangelov faces allegations of buying votes. This decision has been labeled a “shameful act” by critics, further eroding public trust in bulgaria’s political institutions.
The vote against lifting the immunity of these MPs has far-reaching consequences. Yordan Tsonev, Deputy Chairman of MRF-New Home, highlighted during the debate that this decision is directly linked to a financial hole in the budget.He emphasized that the Justice mechanism, a key requirement for Bulgaria’s Recovery and Sustainability Plan funding, is now at risk. “The impediment of justice on the high floors of power is a sufficient reason to stop both the money on the fabric and the euro money we currently need,” Tsonev warned.
The controversy deepened as Stanislav Anastasov, Deputy Chairman of DPS, criticized the absence of Kiril Petkov during the debate. “I expected him to defend the erodes, but he left the hall right now,” Anastasov stated. He further claimed that the Deribetic rule is set to become “the most expensive government in our history,” even before any thefts have occurred.
Bayram Bayram, Deputy Chairman of MRF-Yet, condemned the coalition’s tactics, accusing them of exploiting ethnic tensions and manipulating public sentiment. “They played on the ethnic string, lying about changing names, which created a huge ethnic tension and threatened national security,” Bayram said. He also criticized the coalition’s MPs for aligning with Boyko Rashkov, despite previous conflicts, to protect the immunity of a few individuals.
The parliamentary session took a dramatic turn when Hamid Hamid proposed a clear and by-name vote,a suggestion that was swiftly rejected by the MPs. Hamid urged his colleagues to “protect the name of the Bulgarian Parliament,” but the final decision mirrored the earlier vote on Ibryamov’s immunity.
This decision has raised serious questions about the integrity of Bulgaria’s political system. Critics argue that the Deribes coalition has prioritized protecting its own over upholding justice, setting a dangerous precedent for the country’s democracy.
| Key Points | Details |
|—————-|————-|
| Accused MPs | Jayhan ibryamov (bribery, trading in influence), Mario Rangelov (vote buying) |
| Coalition | Deribes of Dogan, GERB, Boris Party |
| Impact | Financial hole in the budget, risk to Recovery and Sustainability Plan funding |
| Criticism | “Shameful act,” exploitation of ethnic tensions, erosion of parliamentary authority |
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Bulgarian Parliament’s Immunity Controversy: Expert Insights on the Deribes Coalition’s Decision
In a highly controversial move, the deribes of Dogan coalition, alongside GERB and the Boris Party, recently voted to protect MPs Jayhan Ibryamov and Mario Rangelov from losing their parliamentary immunity. Ibryamov faces allegations of bribery and trading in influence, while rangelov is accused of vote buying. This decision has sparked widespread criticism, with many labeling it a “shameful act” that threatens Bulgaria’s justice system and financial stability. To delve deeper into this issue, we sat down with Dr. Elena vasileva,a renowned political analyst and expert on Balkan politics.
The Immediate Fallout of the Decision
Editor: Dr. Vasileva, the Bulgarian Parliament’