Mediapool.bgIndependentCenterFactual 90Objective 706 days agoThe Bulgarian government under President Rumen Radev has proposed reappointing Plamen Tonchev, former head of the National Security Agency (DANS), to lead counterintelligence operations again. This move comes amid ongoing political tensions, as Tonchev was previously associated with Radev and had been part of the ruling coalition led by GERB. The proposal was published in the government’s portal for public consultations, but no formal explanation for his reappointment has been provided. Currently, Tonchev leads the Commission for Investigating Cases, a body the same government plans to dismantle due to lack of funding. His return to DANS follows a period where he was temporarily replaced by Dencho Denev, who faced scrutiny over controversial decisions related to construction projects and legal actions against Ukrainian businessman Oleg Nevozorov. The decision reflects broader patterns of appointing officials perceived to align with Radev, including the recent reappointment of Antoan Ghechev and Venelin Venev in intelligence roles.
Bias read (Center): While the article discusses politically sensitive appointments within the government, it presents the facts without overt ideological slant. It reports on the background of Tonchev, his previous associations, and the political context without clearly favoring either side. The framing remains neutral
Why these scores (Factual 90 · Objective 70): This article closely mirrors the primary source document, clearly stating the government’s proposal to appoint Tonchev. It provides contextual background but uses slightly more political language than strictly objective reporting, affecting objectivity.
24 ChasaIndependentCenterFactual 75Objective 606 days agoPresident Rumen Radev has approved the return of Plamen Tonchev to lead the National Security Agency (DANS), despite previous controversies surrounding his tenure. Tonchev was initially appointed as head of DANS in May 2021 after GERB lost power following protests, but he was removed in June 2025 amid allegations of undermining automated voting systems during the first round of elections. Radev defended Tonchev, stating his removal was part of an effort to undermine democracy. In May 2025, Tonchev was unexpectedly elected as head of the Commission for Disclosure of Documents and Declaration of Affiliation with the former DPS, which forced him to resign from DANS. This move prevented Radev from using his veto power. Recently, the government proposed Tonchev’s reappointment to DANS, while also nominating Anton Gichev as head of intelligence. Analysts have described Tonchev’s earlier appointment to the documents commission as a form of retirement for the DANS chief.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced account of the political maneuvering around Tonchev's reappointment, including both Radev's defense of Tonchev and criticisms from other parties. It does not exhibit overtly biased language or one-sided sourcing, providing context from multiple perspectives.
Why these scores (Factual 75 · Objective 60): The article accurately reports the proposal to reappoint Plamen Tonchev to lead counterintelligence, aligning with the primary source document. However, it includes subjective commentary such as 'поход срещу демокрацията' and mentions political maneuvering without clear sourcing, reducing objectivit
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