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Bulgarian PM reiterates there is no evidence of Russian attacks in the Black Sea

PM Rumen Radev

PM Rumen Radev

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Romania has identified Russia as being behind the drone attacks in the Black Sea, leading to further attacks on vessels in Romania’s exclusive economic zone. Prime Minister Rumen Radev made the statement during his participation in the seventh edition of the Sofia Economic Forum today, BGNES reported.

PM: Russia is logical suspect in Black Sea drone attacks, yet evidence lacking

Radev said he had been the first prime minister to summon the Russian ambassador following the attacks, but stressed that he needed conclusive evidence before identifying the aggressor.

Between 5 and 23 October, eight merchant vessels were struck or involved in incidents linked to drone attacks off the coasts of Bulgaria and Romania.

Ships in Black Sea switch off transponders to avoid drone attacks


Edited by Ivo Ivanov