EU Condemns Black Sea Ship Attacks

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called attacks on civilian shipping unacceptable after a merchant ship sank in Bulgaria's economic zone following a drone strike. Authorities are investigating the incidents amid mounting concern for commercial crews.

FILE PHOTO: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen attends a press conference, during her visit to Skopje, North Macedonia October 2, 2026.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen condemned Black Sea civilian shipping attacks on Tuesday morning, following a drone strike that sank a merchant vessel. The incident occurred off the coast of NATO member Bulgaria, leaving a ship crew missing. The escalation threatens vital commercial corridors in the region.

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