Bulgaria identifies crashed drone as Ukrainian-used model

Bulgaria's Ministry of Defence identified a crashed drone on its territory as a model commonly used by Ukrainian forces, noting no evidence of a targeted attack.
Bulgaria's Ministry of Defence has provided updated details regarding a drone that crashed on its territory, confirming the aircraft is a type widely used by Ukrainian armed forces. Defense officials stressed that initial investigations show no evidence of an intentional attack on Bulgarian territory.
Military specialists are continuing to inspect the wreckage to evaluate potential causes, including mechanical failure, human error, or electronic interference. The incident resulted in no casualties or damage to local infrastructure.
Authorities in Sofia stated they are keeping NATO allies informed while technical evaluations remain ongoing to determine the flight path and precise origin of the device.
Sources: Le Monde
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