Russian nationals reportedly receive combat training at Bulgarian facility
Intelligence reports indicate that the private security firm Alfa-Metal is training Russian personnel in combat at a facility in Bulgaria, potentially for deployment to the front line in Ukraine. The involvement of Western instructors is alleged, which would constitute a serious breach of neutrality and could escalate diplomatic tensions. The claims are unverified and based on a single media report.
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Allegations of Western Veterans Training Russian Forces in Bulgaria/Serbia
Multiple intelligence reports and leaked documents allege that Western military veterans, including former British SAS personnel, are training Russian fighters in Bulgaria and Serbia for deployment in Ukraine. These claims are unverified, based on single-source reports, and lack official confirmation. The involvement of a private security firm, Alfa-Metal, in Bulgaria is also alleged.