Searches carried out as part of an investigation into allegations of arms trafficking in Albania have expanded beyond the home of businessman Ron Yefet, according to media sources.

Sources confirmed that agents from Albania’s National Bureau of Investigation (BKH), led by the chief, prosecutor Klodian Braho, also carried out searches at the home and business premises of Albanian entrepreneur Arjeta Puca.

Authorities have also seized the phone of Ardi Veliu, director of the company Kayo, according to the same sources. The device is expected to form part of the evidence being examined as investigators work to establish the circumstances surrounding the case.

Searches were also reportedly conducted at the homes of several officials working for Albania’s Ministry of Defense.

The investigation follows allegations raised by former Deputy Prime Minister Arben Ahmetaj concerning alleged arms trafficking in Albania. The allegations remain subject to investigation, and no finding of criminal responsibility has been established on the basis of the information currently available.

Puca previously discussed her business relationship with Yefet during an interview with Albanian television program Opinion. She said the two met at a gathering of businesspeople and subsequently discussed potential cooperation.

According to Puca, Yefet had committed to investing 70 million euros in projects involving TIMAK, with the terms of their shareholding agreement linked to the investments he was expected to bring to the company.

“We met at a gathering of businesspeople. That is where we met and discussed how we could work together,” Puca said during the interview. “Ron Yefet was going to invest 70 million euros. He has started and brought major projects. By the end of the year, we will reach billions, you will see.”

Asked about reports concerning an intercepted conversation involving Yefet, Puca said she had seen the material on television and had no immediate reaction.

“I saw the interception of Ron Yefet on television and I have no reaction. I don't know what to say about it. Whoever wants can come and conduct a search; we are open,” she said.

The investigation remains ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge as authorities examine the material seized during the searches.