Horrific scenes on highway in Bulgaria: 12 dead and dozens injured in pile-up

A tragic multi-vehicle collision in Bulgaria resulted in 12 fatalities and nearly 50 injuries, primarily due to dense fog. The incident occurred on the A1 highway, linking Sofia and Burgas, starting with a bus colliding with a truck. The crash involved around 50 vehicles, leading to significant destruction. Emergency services are focused on rescuing potential victims still trapped in their cars, while an investigation into the cause will follow. Prime Minister Rumen Radev described the event as a tragedy and canceled his plans to visit the site, where he received condolences from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.