Official denial: Ukraine has not requested free electricity from Bulgaria
In recent days, information has circulated on social media and in some media outlets that the Ukrainian ambassador to Bulgaria, Olesya Ilashchuk, has requested that our country provide electricity to Ukraine free of charge. This news has sparked a wide public response and numerous comments among Bulgarian citizens.
Following a fact-check, the specialized platform Factcheck.bg categorically refuted these claims. The information turned out to be false, and there is no official evidence that such a request has been made by the diplomatic mission of Ukraine in Sofia.
Experts emphasize that such fake news often appears in the online space with the aim of creating tension and manipulating public opinion on sensitive topics related to energy security and international relations.
It is important for citizens to be cautious when sharing information that has not been confirmed by official institutions or reliable sources. Fact-checking remains a key tool for protection against disinformation in the digital age.
In conclusion, institutions are calling on the public to trust only verified data in order to avoid the spread of falsehoods that could affect public order and trust between nations.