*A Bulgarian woman in London has denied accusations of participating in a Russian spy network, insisting she was unaware that her actions were intended for espionage, as the trial of the alleged spy cell unfolds.*
**Bulgarian National in UK Denies Russian Espionage Allegations**
**Bulgarian National in UK Denies Russian Espionage Allegations**
*Accused of spying, Katrin Ivanova claims ignorance of true purpose behind operations.*
In a surprising turn of events, Katrin Ivanova, a 33-year-old Bulgarian woman residing in the UK, has firmly denied any involvement in a conspiracy to spy for Russia. She stands accused as part of a Russian spy cell allegedly operating in the UK and Europe, with claims that her actions were intended to assist in elaborate operations that included surveillance of a US military base in Germany and the covert filming of investigative journalists viewed as adversaries of the Russian government.
Testifying in court, Ivanova expressed her disbelief at being labeled a spy, revealing that while she did participate in following individuals involved in the operations and traveled across Europe, she claimed to be unaware that her actions were meant to aid espionage efforts. Highlighting her perspective, she described the operation targeting journalist Christo Grozev as journalistic in nature, asserting that it aimed to expose corruption, with the intention that the findings would be publicly disclosed.
However, Ivanova admitted to jurors that no pertinent information was ever released, leading her to maintain that "nothing actually happened." She recounted her relationship with Biser Dzhambazov, her long-time partner, expressing unwavering trust in him despite the serious allegations. “He has been my partner for over 10 years. Why would he do something that's going to hurt me?” she questioned.
In her testimony, Ivanova explained that her involvement in the operations was to support Dzhambazov's friend, Orlin Roussev, who had provided financial assistance when they relocated to the UK in 2012. As she recounted their initial meeting with Roussev, Ivanova shared her admiration for him and painted a picture of an inspiring immigrant success story.
The courtroom atmosphere shifted dramatically as Ivanova recalled the moment she found out about Dzhambazov's arrest, detailing a painful revelation regarding his dual life with Vanya Gaberova, the other woman implicated in the spy cell. She described the shocking moment police arrested Dzhambazov and Gaberova, who were together in bed at the time. At the time of his arrest, she had been led to believe Dzhambazov had a brain tumor and was receiving treatment abroad, a belief she now suspects was fabricated to support a hidden double life.
The high-profile trial, which has captured the public's attention, is set to continue as jurors explore the intricacies of the case and the implications of the allegations made against Ivanova and her co-defendants.
Testifying in court, Ivanova expressed her disbelief at being labeled a spy, revealing that while she did participate in following individuals involved in the operations and traveled across Europe, she claimed to be unaware that her actions were meant to aid espionage efforts. Highlighting her perspective, she described the operation targeting journalist Christo Grozev as journalistic in nature, asserting that it aimed to expose corruption, with the intention that the findings would be publicly disclosed.
However, Ivanova admitted to jurors that no pertinent information was ever released, leading her to maintain that "nothing actually happened." She recounted her relationship with Biser Dzhambazov, her long-time partner, expressing unwavering trust in him despite the serious allegations. “He has been my partner for over 10 years. Why would he do something that's going to hurt me?” she questioned.
In her testimony, Ivanova explained that her involvement in the operations was to support Dzhambazov's friend, Orlin Roussev, who had provided financial assistance when they relocated to the UK in 2012. As she recounted their initial meeting with Roussev, Ivanova shared her admiration for him and painted a picture of an inspiring immigrant success story.
The courtroom atmosphere shifted dramatically as Ivanova recalled the moment she found out about Dzhambazov's arrest, detailing a painful revelation regarding his dual life with Vanya Gaberova, the other woman implicated in the spy cell. She described the shocking moment police arrested Dzhambazov and Gaberova, who were together in bed at the time. At the time of his arrest, she had been led to believe Dzhambazov had a brain tumor and was receiving treatment abroad, a belief she now suspects was fabricated to support a hidden double life.
The high-profile trial, which has captured the public's attention, is set to continue as jurors explore the intricacies of the case and the implications of the allegations made against Ivanova and her co-defendants.
