Italy Finds No Russian Link in Colleferro Blast

Italian officials say there are no signs of Russian involvement in the Colleferro munitions plant explosion, as prosecutors examine possible links to similar incidents in Bulgaria and the investigation continues. The KNDS Ammo Italy facility, owned by the Franco‑German KNDS group, produces medium- and large-caliber ammunition and solid propellants, and authorities have not ruled out internal causes. Defence Minister Guido Crosetto and other officials have discouraged speculation of Russian sabotage while confirming ongoing inquiries. Parliament and opposition leaders have urged government briefing to address concerns about a potential Russian hybrid attack. No injuries were reported from the August incident, which followed a fire at the site that preceded the blast. Prosecutors are reviewing whether events at Colleferro are related to earlier ammunition incidents in Bulgaria, as investigators keep details under wraps.