Ukraine denies intentionally targeting Bulgaria after drone crashes near gas pipeline

Ukraine has denied intentionally targeting neighboring Bulgaria after an explosive-laden drone crashed near a strategic gas pipeline in northeastern Bulgaria near the Romanian border.

The Bulgarian Ministry of Defense identified the unmanned aerial vehicle as a model "largely used by Ukrainian armed forces," though officials clarified there is currently no evidence indicating Bulgaria was targeted.

In response, Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Georgii Tykhyi stated that Kyiv did not "deliberately" target its neighbor. Tykhyi confirmed that Ukrainian authorities remain in close contact with Bulgarian officials to clarify the circumstances surrounding the crash. No casualties were reported near the energy infrastructure.

Sources: Le Monde, Le Soir, Libération.