Minister Velislava Petrova Meets Ukrainian Ambassador Following Drone Incursion into Bulgarian Airspace
10 August 2026 News
Minister of Foreign Affairs Velislava Petrova today held a meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs with the Ambassador of Ukraine to Bulgaria, following the incursion of a drone into Bulgarian airspace in the area of Kardam. Initial analysis indicates that the aircraft was most likely a Maya decoy drone of a type used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
During the meeting, Minister Petrova expressed the Bulgarian side’s serious concern and emphasised that any unauthorised incursion into Bulgaria’s airspace is unacceptable.
The Bulgarian side requested that Ukraine provide all available information that could contribute to fully clarifying the circumstances surrounding the incident. Minister Petrova stated that it is of paramount importance to Bulgaria that the necessary measures be taken to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. The need for direct and effective channels of communication between the competent authorities of the two countries was also emphasised.
For her part, the Ambassador expressed deep concern over the incident and stressed that Ukraine had not deliberately directed any unmanned aerial vehicles towards Bulgaria. She confirmed the Ukrainian side’s readiness to provide full assistance in establishing all the circumstances surrounding the incident.
In connection with the drone incursion, Bulgaria is also maintaining contact with the Romanian side. Minister Velislava Petrova has also informed the Foreign Ministers of the European Union Member States of the incident and of the measures taken by Bulgaria. The latest information on the matter will also be exchanged among NATO Allies on Wednesday.
Bulgaria will continue steadfastly to defend its sovereignty and the security of Bulgarian citizens. The country also remains consistent in its position that ending hostilities and achieving a just and lasting peace through diplomatic efforts are of key importance to security and stability in the region.