Bulgaria Maintains Neutral Stance as Tensions Escalate Between Israel and Iran

Bulgaria’s caretaker government has affirmed that the country is not a party to the escalating conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran, and faces no direct military threat. The announcement comes as Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the joint operation with the U.S. Against Iran aims to empower the Iranian people Novinite.

No Bulgarian Involvement in Military Operation

Acting Minister of Defense Atanas Zapryanov clarified on Saturday that Bulgaria is not participating in the military operation. He emphasized that there are no strike assets in Novo Selo or Graf Ignatievo that could be utilized, and that Bulgaria is not positioned to be targeted as an actively involved country BGnes.

Government Response and Crisis Management

Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov stated that Bulgaria is closely monitoring the situation, prioritizing national security and the safety of Bulgarian citizens in the region. He confirmed there is no danger to the country’s territory at this time and that no requests for support for combat activities have been received BGnes.

The Interior Ministry and security services have implemented preventive measures to safeguard public order. A 24-hour crisis штаб is operating at the Foreign Ministry, and Bulgarian citizens in Iran and neighboring countries are advised to follow the instructions of local authorities and the Bulgarian Foreign Ministry BTA.

Monitoring Potential Risks

Authorities are also assessing the risk of increased migration pressure, with border services on heightened alert and state institutions working in full coordination. Foreign Minister Nadezhda Neynski reported that over 10,000 Bulgarian citizens permanently reside in Israel, with the actual number likely being higher BGnes.