Dramatic Drone Attacks in the Black Sea: What Happened Off Bulgaria's Coast?

In a dramatic turn of events, drones struck two ships in the Black Sea near Bulgaria, leading to the sinking of one vessel and urgent rescue efforts. Prime Minister Rumen Radev condemned the attacks as 'absolutely unacceptable' and called for assistance from NATO and the EU, citing a lack of evidence to identify the attackers. While one crew member was rescued from the sunken ship, all 15 crew members from the other vessel were evacuated, with several requiring medical treatment. This incident raises significant concerns about maritime security in the region.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 13, 2026, 12:23 IST

Drone Strikes Target Ships in Black Sea

In a shocking incident early Tuesday, drones targeted two vessels in the Black Sea near Bulgaria, resulting in the sinking of one ship, as reported by Prime Minister Rumen Radev. The attack has triggered urgent rescue operations.

According to Radev, one crew member from the sunken ship was successfully rescued, although he did not disclose the status of the remaining individuals on board.

Meanwhile, all 15 crew members aboard the other vessel, the Maltese-flagged Chelsea 3, were evacuated, with five individuals requiring medical attention for minor injuries, as stated by Radev.

The Prime Minister condemned the drone strikes as 'absolutely unacceptable' and has called for support from NATO and the European Union, highlighting Bulgaria's lack of definitive evidence to ascertain the perpetrators behind the attacks.