Drones Strike Cargo Ships in Black Sea Off Bulgaria, One Sinks

Two cargo ships were struck by drones in the Black Sea off the coast of Bulgaria, leading to the sinking of the Guinea-Bissau-flagged vessel Dignity and prompting rescue operations for its crew. Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev confirmed the attacks, which follow similar incidents in the region. The EU expressed solidarity with Bulgaria, and the growing number of Russian hybrid activities in the Black Sea is expected to be discussed at the upcoming European Council meeting.