Bulgarian authorities continue investigation into crashed drone

Bulgarian defence officials are examining a crashed drone linked to models commonly used by Ukrainian forces, reiterating there is no evidence of an intentional attack.
Bulgarian defence officials are continuing their technical evaluation of an unmanned aerial vehicle that crashed in the country's northeast. Authorities confirmed that the aircraft matches a type "largely used by Ukrainian armed forces."
The Ministry of Defence stated that current evidence shows no indication of a deliberate attack targeting Bulgarian infrastructure or sovereign territory. The drone caused no casualties or structural damage upon impact, as it failed to detonate.
Military specialists are examining the wreckage to establish the device's flight path, point of origin, and the cause of the crash. Bulgarian security services remain in coordination with regional NATO partners while maintaining surveillance across national airspace.
Sources: Le Monde.
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