Skip to content

Explosives found near TurkStream pipeline, Serbia probes incident

newsApr 5, 202620624

Police discovered explosives on a Russian-linked section of the TurkStream gas pipeline between Serbia and Hungary. Serbian authorities opened a criminal investigation and called the find a serious security incident. The pipeline carries Russian gas into Central Europe, so the discovery raises fears of sabotage and threatens regional energy supplies. Kyiv denied any involvement, and some politicians warned the incident could be exploited for political advantage ahead of elections.

Key Highlights

Explosives found on TurkStream pipeline between Serbia and Hungary.
Serbia launched a criminal probe into the security incident.
Kyiv denied involvement while politicians warned of political exploitation.
3 sources