https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bulgaria-says-russia-was-likely-behind-black-sea-drone-strikes-as-rescue-operations-continueContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bulgaria-says-russia-was-likely-behind-black-sea-drone-strikes-as-rescue-operations-continuehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bulgaria-says-russia-was-likely-behind-black-sea-drone-strikes-as-rescue-operations-continue#u128370Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:46:04 +0000Bulgarian authorities state that Russia was likely responsible for recent drone strikes that sank two vessels and targeted multiple commercial ships near Bulgarian waters in the Black Sea. Rescue operations remain underway for 11 missing sailors following the attacks. Bulgarian officials summoned the Russian ambassador in response to the maritime incidents. Meanwhile, the Bulgarian government seeks assistance from NATO and expects to join a NATO anti-drone initiative this month to protect regional shipping routes and coastal areas from further escalation.Why it mattersThe recent maritime strik