Bulgarian Spy Ring’s Sentencing: Europe Awaits Justice
Six Bulgarian nationals, operating under whimsical code names like “Jackie Chan” and “Mad Max,” were convicted of espionage in a sophisticated operation spanning the UK and Europe. Their activities, directed by alleged Russian agent Jan Marsalek, involved surveillance of journalists, diplomats, and Ukrainian troops, posing a significant threat to national security. The group’s arsenal included a vast array of sophisticated spy equipment, and plots ranged from honeytraps to discussions of kidnapping and murder. Sentencing will determine prison terms of up to 14 years for these crimes.
John Q. Hosedrinker