Bulgaria has changed its mind and will not sell reactors to Ukraine.

A few months ago, Bulgaria planned to sell nuclear reactors to Ukraine that would allow it to finalize two power units at the Khmelnytskyi NPP. However, Bulgarian Deputy Prime Minister Atanas Zafirov explained this reversal by emphasizing the importance of developing nuclear energy within Bulgaria itself.

“Electricity prices are rising globally. The world is facing ongoing energy uncertainty, and in this context, nuclear energy remains the most reliable and stable source – affordable and predictable,” the government official stated.

Bulgarian Energy Minister Zhecho Stankov confirmed that socialists in the country are advocating for canceling the planned sale of reactors to Ukraine but clarified that the ultimate decision will rest with the coalition and the National Assembly. Stankov noted that Europe is experiencing a “nuclear renaissance” and that investors are seeking substantial energy sources with low emissions.

A month ago, President Zelenskyy signed a law allowing NNEGC Energoatom to purchase nuclear reactor hulls from Bulgaria for the construction of power units No. 3 and No. 4 at the Khmelnytskyi NPP.