European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's plane experienced GPS jamming over Bulgaria, suspected to be a Russian operation. The plane landed safely, and von der Leyen will continue her tour of EU nations bordering Russia and Belarus. A spokesperson confirmed the jamming and Bulgaria's suspicion of Russian interference. This incident highlights the security threats faced by these frontline states and underscores the EU's commitment to increased defense spending.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.