Russia suspected of jamming navigation on EU leader’s plane above Bulgaria
Summary
A plane carrying European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen experienced GPS signal interference, suspected to be caused by Russia, while landing in Bulgaria. The aircraft safely landed using alternative navigation methods. Russia denied involvement in the incident.Key Facts
- Ursula von der Leyen's plane lost GPS signal when approaching Plovdiv International Airport in Bulgaria.
- Officials suspect Russia may be behind the GPS jamming.
- Bulgarian authorities guided the plane to land safely using other navigation tools, like "paper maps."
- Russia denied the accusation, calling the information incorrect.
- GPS jamming occurs when a strong radio signal blocks communication signals.
- The incident is part of ongoing tensions since the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.
- Von der Leyen was visiting EU countries considered more vulnerable to Russian threats.
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