Bulgaria Summons Russian Envoy After Black Sea Drone Strikes Sink Merchant Ship

In response to drone strikes in the Black Sea that resulted in the sinking of a merchant vessel and injuries to its crew, Bulgaria has called in the Russian ambassador. The Bulgarian government is now looking for assistance from NATO. These attacks specifically targeted merchant ships, leading to Sofia's diplomatic action. Rescuers managed to evacuate all 15 crew members from the Maltese-flagged Chelsea 3, as reported by Radev in a social media video. Five crew members were treated for minor injuries. The Chelsea 3's crew included seven Ukrainians and eight Azerbaijanis, who indicated that three aerial drones hit the ship's deck and hull. This incident escalates tensions in the region and emphasizes the international nature of affected shipping.