Ukrainian drone exploded near Bulgarian-Romanian border; Bulgaria says accidental

zeit.de (German)

A drone that exploded near a Bulgarian gas pipeline is believed to be Ukrainian, prompting Bulgaria to summon Ukraine's ambassador. Officials say the incident was likely accidental. Analysis identified a Maja decoy drone used by Ukrainian forces. Ukraine said no drones were deliberately sent and offered cooperation. The blast occurred 100 meters from Romania, near the Trans-Balkan pipeline, causing no injuries or damage. The drone was undetected before exploding; Bulgaria plans stronger border surveillance. Recent months saw stray Russian and Ukrainian drones in Romania and the Baltics, raising NATO airspace concerns.


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