🇪🇺 Ursula von der Leyen · 2 sources
Attacks on civilian shipping in Black Sea are unacceptable, EUs von der Leyen says
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has condemned attacks on civilian shipping in the Black Sea as unacceptable.
What happened
Attacks have occurred on civilian ships in Bulgaria's economic zone in the Black Sea, resulting in at least one vessel sinking after a drone strike. The crew of the merchant ship is missing. The circumstances of the incidents are being investigated.
Why it matters
The situation in the Black Sea is increasingly concerning, with commercial ships and innocent crews being targeted. This has implications for global trade and maritime safety. The incident has been described as a gross violation of international law.
Key facts
- Attacks have occurred on civilian ships in Bulgaria's economic zone in the Black Sea.
- At least one vessel sank after a drone strike.
- The crew of the merchant ship is missing.
- The circumstances of the incidents are being investigated.
Official statement
“Commercial ships – and innocent crews – are being targeted, with lives already lost at sea,”
🇪🇺 Ursula von der Leyen · Full statement & source
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