'Pirate drones': this is how Putin blocks Black Sea waters outside his control

In the fifth year of the large-scale invasion of Ukraine, Russia has lost its ability to dominate the Black Sea but is making it unsafe for all. Recent drone attacks have targeted commercial vessels, including the sinking of the cargo ship Khoryv, which resulted in casualties. Romania and Bulgaria, both EU and NATO members, have faced increased threats to their maritime navigation. NATO is responding by enhancing surveillance and military presence in the region. The situation contrasts with the Baltic Sea, where NATO's presence is stronger. Turkey's role remains crucial in managing access to the Black Sea, complicating NATO's naval strategy.