Nato sending planes, radars to Black Sea after drone attacks
A spate of strikes on civilian shipping in the waters off Nato and EU members Bulgaria and Romania have left a score of sailors missing or dead.
NATO announced on Tuesday that it is deploying additional planes, drones, and radar systems to the Black Sea in response to a series of attacks on ships near Romania and Bulgaria. These attacks are a part of what NATO describes as a "hybrid" campaign of sabotage and interference by Russia. The NATO spokesman, Colonel Martin O Donnell, stated that the group is increasing its situational awareness in the region through enhanced sensors and data sharing.
Bulgaria's Prime Minister Rumen Radev confirmed that a US military plane has begun patrolling the Black Sea to conduct reconnaissance missions and detect any potential threats. NATO and the European Union have not officially blamed Russia for the attacks, but the blame is widely attributed to the Kremlin. The latest strikes have left sailors missing or dead, causing widespread condemnation in Europe.
NATO has already strengthened its position along the eastern flank, including with counter-drone capabilities. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg emphasized that NATO is standing united and ready to address any threats, ensuring the safety of their 1 billion people.
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