Bulgarian officials assess drone wreckage following weekend crash

Bulgarian defence officials report that a drone that crashed over the weekend matches a type used by Ukrainian forces, though no evidence indicates a deliberate attack.
Bulgaria's Ministry of Defence has provided further details regarding the unmanned aerial vehicle that came down within its territory over the weekend. According to military assessments, the craft belongs to a model "largely used by Ukrainian armed forces."
Despite the identification of the drone's model, authorities emphasised that there is currently no evidence suggesting an intentional attack on Bulgarian territory or infrastructure. Specialist teams are continuing forensic examinations of the recovered components to determine the exact trajectory and origin of the flight, while also checking for potential technical or communication failures.
The incident resulted in no injuries or damage on the ground. Sofia is maintaining communication with NATO allies as technical specialists complete their evaluation of the wreckage.
Sources: Le Monde
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