Bulgarian Ammunition Depot Fire Sparks Concerns Over Safety and Sabotage

Bulgarian authorities investigate fire at ammunition depot, raising fears of neglect or sabotage. EMCO company under scrutiny.

Editorial Desk

September 12, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Sofia, Bulgaria — Bulgarian officials have launched an investigation into a fire at a weapons storage facility in central Bulgaria, adding to growing concerns over the safety and security of military installations in the region.

The blaze occurred near Tsareva Livada, with no reported injuries, though the fire is still under control. Interior Minister Ivan Dermendzhiev stated that the incident might be linked to a previous fire at another EMCO company facility in August, highlighting potential lapses in safety protocols.

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Dermendzhiev accused the management of neglecting proper storage conditions for explosives and ammunition, emphasizing the serious risks posed by such failures. While he did not comment on speculation about possible sabotage by external actors, the incident has intensified scrutiny of the EMCO company, which has been supplying arms to Ukraine.

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