Seven sailors missing after drones hit two tankers off Romania's Black Sea coast
Seven sailors are missing after drones hit two tankers, the Wine Trader and Yara J, near Romania's Black Sea coast, the Guardian reported. A Nato source told Reuters the drones were of Russian origin. Romanian President Nicușor Dan called the attacks unacceptable but did not say who was responsible.
Seven sailors are missing after drones hit two tankers, the Wine Trader and Yara J, near Romania's Black Sea coast, the Guardian reported. A Nato source told Reuters the drones were of Russian origin. Romanian President Nicușor Dan called the attacks unacceptable but did not say who was responsible.
The attacks raise security concerns on a shipping route Ukraine uses to export grain, sunflower oil and other products, according to the Guardian.
A Nato official said the issue will be discussed at a meeting of the North Atlantic Council next week.
Tuesday 13 October
Drone strikes on two ships off Bulgaria's coast prompted rescue operations; 11 crew from the HS Dignity remain missing.
Wednesday 14 October (late)
The Yara J was struck just inside Romanian waters; all its crew were safe.
Thursday 15 October
Romania's president met Bulgaria's prime minister and Nato's secretary-general and agreed to strengthen Black Sea defences.
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