Mickoski Calls on Bulgaria to Extradite Convict in 'Detonator' Case
Simeon Mihajlov, sentenced to 12.5 years, is wanted by Macedonian authorities under an international arrest warrant.
Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski has called on Bulgaria to extradite Simeon Mihajlov, sentenced to 12.5 years in prison in the "Detonator" case, who is wanted by Macedonian authorities under an international arrest warrant.
The "Detonator" case is part of broader judicial activity tied to organized crime, and extradition of convicted individuals located in neighboring countries traditionally remains a sensitive topic in bilateral relations, dependent on legal procedures and cooperation agreements between the countries involved.
A Legal and Diplomatic Process
Extradition requests between Macedonia and Bulgaria, as with other neighboring countries, are carried out through official legal channels, often accompanied by questions of citizenship, procedural timelines and interpretation of bilateral legal assistance treaties. The final outcome depends on the decision of Bulgarian judicial institutions.
The government continues monitoring such cases, aiming to ensure convicted individuals serve their sentences in accordance with domestic court rulings.
MKNews Hub · Macedonia · September 3, 2026