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  "id": 14164076,
  "title": "Sybiha calls for tougher sanctions against Russia following strike on ships near Bulgaria",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/sybiha-calls-for-tougher-sanctions-against-russia-following-strike-on",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-13T09:21:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Interfax-Ukraine",
    "slug": "interfax-ukraine",
    "url": "https://en.interfax.com.ua/news/general/1218998.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha has urged fellow nations to impose stricter sanctions on Russia following an attack on ships near Bulgarian territorial waters. The incident, which injured Ukrainian and Azerbaijani citizens, underscores Moscow's disregard for civilian lives and maritime security in the Black Sea. Sybiha emphasized the need for stronger action to hold Russia accountable and safeguard freedom of navigation. The Black Sea is crucial for global food security, and Russia's attacks aim to weaponize hunger and hold the world hostage. Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev reported that the Chelsea 3, a Malta-flagged vessel owned by a Ukrainian, was hit by three drones 18 nautical miles east of Byala. All 15 crew members were safely transported to Varna, with five receiving medical attention. Bulgaria is seeking assistance in investigating the attacks to pinpoint the drones' origin and bolster air and maritime surveillance. The nation's representatives to NATO and the European Union have been informed of the incident. The Bulgarian leader threatened to summon the Russian ambassador following an extraordinary Security Council meeting, which received information about another vessel struck 17 nautical miles east of Krapets, resulting in the death of one crew member and the rescue of another.",
  "summary": "Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha has called on international partners to step up sanctions against Russia and take decisive measures to protect freedom of navigation following Russian strike on commercial vessels near Bulgaria's territorial waters, which resulted in injuries to citizens of Ukraine and Azerbaijan.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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