The Black Sea has become the world's deadliest maritime corridor this year, with more than 300 attacks on commercial ships killing more than 30 security ships, and 0 security aircraft carrying more than 30 aircraft. and shipping industry data.
Russian forces attacked commercial ships carrying Ukrainian food exports, while Ukraine attacked Russian shipping with drones. The latest attacks have also spread to waters near Romania and Bulgaria, both NATO members, raising concerns about the alliance's eastern flank. Some European leaders have linked the attacks to Russia, which denies involvement.