NATO secretary general Mark Rutte spoke in Brussels today with Bulgarian prime minister Rumen Radev and Romanian president Nicusor Dan about security in the Black Sea, he said on X. See our original report: Vitanov: Bulgaria follows NATO protocol fully after drone attacks.

The talks follow recent attacks on commercial shipping in the Black Sea.

NATO is raising its readiness on its eastern flank and building up its ability to counter drones. Rutte said the alliance will work closely with allies that border the Black Sea and will match its deterrence and defence capabilities to what is needed.