European officials reported that the EU chief’s plane hit by suspected Russian GPS jamming in Bulgaria has raised fresh concerns about aviation safety. The incident happened while European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was traveling to Sofia for meetings.
According to Bulgarian authorities, the aircraft experienced GPS signal interference shortly before landing. The pilot managed to land safely without injuries or damage. Aviation experts said the disruption was consistent with electronic jamming, which has been linked to Russian military activity in the region.
Officials confirmed that the flight crew quickly switched to backup systems. While passengers were not in danger, the incident highlighted the growing threat of electronic warfare in Eastern Europe.
EU representatives condemned the disruption, calling it a hostile act that risked civilian lives. They noted that EU chief’s plane hit by suspected Russian GPS jamming in Bulgaria was part of a pattern of interference reported near NATO borders in recent months.
Von der Leyen continued her visit to Bulgaria as planned but stressed that the safety of European officials and citizens must be protected. She urged for stronger coordination among EU and NATO allies to counter such threats.
Bulgarian officials have launched an investigation. They are working with international partners to determine the source of the jamming and prevent future incidents. While no direct evidence has been released, suspicion immediately turned to Moscow due to its history of using GPS disruption as a strategic tool.
Security analysts warn that electronic jamming not only endangers political leaders but also threatens commercial aviation. Airlines have already reported several similar cases in Eastern Europe this year.
EU chief’s plane hit by suspected Russian GPS jamming in Bulgaria has added urgency to calls for stronger defense measures. European leaders are now debating new strategies to ensure safe skies across the region.
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