Drones sink ships near NATO countries in “unacceptable” attacks, EU says
Summary
Drones attacked and sank two cargo ships and damaged a third in waters near NATO countries in the Black Sea, killing at least two sailors. These attacks are part of ongoing tensions linked to the Russia-Ukraine conflict and mark a serious increase in violence targeting commercial shipping.Key Facts
- Two cargo ships, Alfa Watan and Able, were sunk or heavily damaged by sea and aerial drones near Bulgaria’s coast on October 6.
- A third ship, Royad Mammadov, was attacked and sank near Romania’s waters on October 5, with crew members rescued but one missing.
- At least two sailors died in these attacks and several crew members were injured.
- Bulgaria’s Prime Minister called the attacks violations of international and maritime law.
- The European Union condemned the attacks and expressed support for NATO member states in the region.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated the attacks were carried out by Russia using mixed sea and aerial drones.
- Ukraine denies conducting military operations in the attacked area.
- The attacks are part of the broader conflict following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which has caused increased use of drones in naval warfare and risks to international shipping.
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