Drone sinks ship in Bulgaria's Black Sea - media reports

Drone Attack Sinks Merchant Ship, Damages Another in Bulgaria's Black Sea Waters

Incident Overview and Ongoing Response

BELGRADE, Oct 6 (Reuters) - Drones sunk one ship and damaged another in the Black Sea off Bulgaria on Tuesday, local media reports said. 

Details of the Attack

The reports said that the vessels were merchant ships. It was not clear if anyone was injured or killed and a rescue operation was underway, they said.

Official Confirmation

The office of President Iliana Iotova confirmed the attack in the NATO member in an emailed statement, but did not provide details.

Responsibility and Government Response

It is not yet clear who was responsible and the government declined to comment. 

Prime Minister's Actions

Prime Minister Rumen Radev is convening a meeting today with key ministries and the security services over the attack and is expected to issue a statement. 

Context: Previous Incidents in the Black Sea

The drone attack comes after two people died on a ship in the Black Sea outside Romania's territorial waters.

Security Concerns Since Ukraine-Russia War

Since the Ukraine-Russia war started four years ago, European countries have seen Russian drones breaching ⁠their ​airspace as well as mines floating in the ​Black Sea across key trade and energy routes. 

(Reporting by Ivana Sekularac; editing by Edward McAllister)