Serious incident in the Black Sea. Cargo ship sunk by a drone

Romanian maritime authorities reported a serious incident in the Black Sea involving the cargo ship Khoryv, which sent a distress signal while 13 nautical miles from Constanta. The ship had 13 crew members, including 10 Ukrainians and 3 Azerbaijanis. Rescue operations by the Romanian Maritime Search and Rescue Agency (ARSVOM) led to the rescue of nine individuals, while one body was recovered and three crew members remain missing. Reports suggest the Khoryv was struck by a drone, causing it to sink. Romanian President Nicusor Dan described the incident as part of escalating tensions in the region, highlighting concerns for maritime safety.