# Two ships struck by drones of unknown origin off Bulgaria's Black Sea coast

Two vessels were hit by drones whose origin is not yet known off the coast of Bulgaria, a NATO member with shores on the Black Sea. The strikes add to mounting risks for shipping in the region, where attacks on vessels have repeatedly disrupted trade and raised fears of a wider conflict.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/oct/13/ships-hit-sunk-drones-bulgaria-black-sea-ukraine-russia-war-france-spains-sweden-pope-leo-europe-latest-news-updates) — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:49:44 GMT