Bulgaria Confirms It Will Join NATO Anti-Drone Project After All
- Defense Minister Dimitar Stoyanov told Parliament that Bulgaria plans to join a NATO project countering low-altitude aerial threats by October 30, 2026, while remaining active in the "Drone Edge" initiative.
- Recent drone strikes in Bulgaria's exclusive economic zone prompted the security response; drones hit the Alfa Watan and the Able on Oct. 6 and the Chelsea 3 on Oct. 13.
- Bulgaria committed 80 million euros through the European SAFE mechanism to procure 20 anti-drone systems comprising ten mobile and ten stationary units, with a memorandum with Spain expected soon.
- Participation in the separate NATO project requires a mandatory annual contribution of €220,000, which Stoyanov clarified is distinct from the "Drone Edge" program.
- Stoyanov requested "the entire spectrum of available assets" from NATO to demonstrate strong allied presence, noting Bulgaria has asked for aircraft, air defense systems, counter-drone equipment, and air patrols.
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Bulgaria has asked NATO for fighter jets, anti-drone systems and additional forces on its territory after a series of attacks on merchant ships in the Black Sea. The request was sent to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and the Supreme Allied Commander for Operations, Defense Minister Dimitar Stoyanov said. “We have sent letters and a request to the NATO Secretary General and the Supreme Allied Commander, urging us to strengthen our capabilities…
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Bulgaria plans to join NATO project to counter low-altitude threats by end of October
Bulgaria plans to join the NATO project to counter low-altitude air threats by 30 October 2026. At the same time, the country is preparing to procure 20 anti-drone systems with a total value of 80 million euros as part of another allied initiative.
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