A public outcry is growing in Bulgaria following a statement by civic activists regarding the possible discovery of a site linked to a Russian paramilitary structure. According to the Bulgarian outlet Novinite, representatives of the civic organization BOEC (Bulgarians United with One Goal) claim they have found a facility near the village of Kladnitsa in the Pernik region which, in their view, may be used by the Russian private military company known as the Wagner Group.

According to BOEC leader Georgi Georgiev, the activists came across an isolated building in a mountainous area above the village, with access to the site strictly restricted. He claims that the area was guarded by individuals accompanied by dogs and that the guards, according to BOEC, were wearing clothing bearing symbols associated with the Wagner Group. In addition, a Russian flag and emblems allegedly indicating a connection to Russian paramilitary structures were seen on the building.

The activists said they had already submitted an official report to Bulgaria’s Ministry of Interior, expressing concern over the presence of armed individuals and symbols of an organization that is regarded in many countries as a security threat. BOEC also claims that the authorities’ response so far has been restrained, raising further questions and suspicions. Georgiev did not rule out the possibility that some of the individuals at the site may have ties to security services.

As of now, there has been no official confirmation from Bulgarian authorities or law enforcement agencies.

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09.02.2026 02:03