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Drone sinks Ukrainian-owned ship off Bulgaria's Black Sea coast

Published Tuesday, October 13, 2026 · Updated October 13

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A Ukrainian-owned ship, the 'Chelsea 3', sailing under the Maltese flag, was sunk by three drones off the Bulgarian coast. The Bulgarian Prime Minister condemned the attack and plans to engage with NATO and the Russian ambassador, underscoring the geopolitical ramifications for Bulgaria as a NATO member.

What We Know — Key Points

  • The Ukrainian-owned “Chelsea 3,” sailing under the Maltese flag, was hit by three drones some 18 nautical miles (33 km) off the Bulgarian coast around 1:30 a.m. (2230 GMT).
  • Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev condemned the drone attack on the 'Chelsea 3' and intends to speak with the NATO Secretary-General and summon the Russian ambassador.

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Geopolitical Implications and Official Response
  • The Hindu

    The article emphasizes the Bulgarian Prime Minister's condemnation of the attack and his intention to speak with the NATO Secretary-General and summon the Russian ambassador, highlighting the incident's geopolitical implications for Bulgaria as a NATO member.

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