{"id":10489,"date":"2026-02-23T10:03:48","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T08:03:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ukrmedia.news\/?p=10489"},"modified":"2026-02-23T10:03:48","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T08:03:48","slug":"sofia-us-military-planes-karakachanov","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ukrmedia.news\/en\/world\/sofia-us-military-planes-karakachanov\/","title":{"rendered":"US military aircraft spotted in Sofia - reaction"},"content":{"rendered":"

Bulgaria's former defence minister sounds alarm over US planes in Sofia<\/h2>\n

Former Minister of Defence of Bulgaria Krasimir Karakachanov<\/strong> called for an urgent convocation of the National Security Council after the appearance of US military aircraft at Sofia's civilian airport.<\/p>\n

What is the concern<\/h3>\n

According to the politician, the deployment of US military equipment could create additional risks for Bulgaria in the event of a possible escalation.<\/p>\n

Karakachanov said that the country could potentially be drawn into a military conflict and even become a target.<\/p>\n

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\u00abBulgaria is at risk of being drawn into a military conflict,\u00bb he stressed.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Criticism of the authorities<\/h3>\n

The ex-minister sharply criticised the lack of official explanations from the Bulgarian authorities regarding the..:<\/p>\n

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    the reasons for the appearance of American aircraft;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    the possible use of Bulgaria's territory in foreign operations;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    the level of readiness of the national air defence.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    He insists on greater transparency and public discussion of potential risks to citizens.<\/p>\n

    Context.<\/h3>\n

    Bulgaria is a member of NATO, but the deployment of allied forces has traditionally been a subject of internal political debate. Karakachanov's statement came amid rising security tensions in Europe.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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