‘Gross violation’ – crew missing after drone sinks ship in Black Sea off Bulgaria

A cargo ship sank in the Black Sea off the coast of Bulgaria following a drone strike, leading to the disappearance of its crew. Bulgarian authorities conducted a search operation for one day but concluded the effort without locating any survivors. The vessel’s sinking has prompted an official response from the Bulgarian government regarding the nature of the incident.

The Bulgarian prime minister has characterized the event as a suspected Russian attack, labeling it a gross violation of international law. The incident highlights ongoing maritime security concerns in the region related to the conflict.