Nadezhda Neynsky criticizes President Rumen Radev regarding American military aircraft
Former Bulgarian Foreign Minister Nadezhda Neynsky has criticized President Rumen Radev. According to her, the head of state has exploited public fears regarding the presence of American military aircraft in the country to influence public opinion.
Neynsky recalled statements made by the president during his first term concerning the "Vasil Levski" airfield. She believes these actions were part of a broader strategy for political positioning that utilized the topic of national security and the presence of allied forces in Bulgaria.
In her comments, she emphasizes that issues related to defense and cooperation with NATO partners should be viewed objectively and without unnecessary escalation of tension. Neynsky expresses concern that such rhetoric could harm Bulgaria's international image and its relations with strategic allies.
The presidential institution has not yet provided an official response to these accusations. The topic of the US military presence in Bulgaria remains a subject of discussion in political circles, with different sides continuing to express opposing positions regarding the benefits and risks of this cooperation.
The issue of the modernization of the Bulgarian army and the role of American equipment remains key to the country's foreign policy. Observers expect debates on this topic to continue, as they affect both national security and Bulgaria's place within the Alliance.