Don't attack the minister! Immunity protects those in power in Europe

Sunday, Feb 22, 2026

Mediapool

Bulgaria’s judicial system fails to prosecute accused ministers despite no immunity, reflecting national issues.

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Dozens of ministers in Bulgaria have been accused, but none have been convicted, which reflects poorly on the state of the judicial system and the country overall. Unlike several European countries, Bulgarian ministers do not have immunity from criminal prosecution, yet they are not being investigated, charged, or tried according to legal requirements.

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