NATO confirms additional maritime patrol deployments in Black Sea - EXCLUSIVE
NATO has confirmed the deployment of additional maritime patrol aircraft and other military assets to the Black Sea following incidents off the coasts of Bulgaria and Romania.
This was said by a source in NATO in an exclusive interview with CE Report.
The additional deployments are intended to support surveillance, reconnaissance and forensic activities in the region, while NATO Allies continue consultations on further security measures.
The Alliance stressed that security in the Black Sea is a shared responsibility and reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening deterrence and defence in the region.
NATO also expressed its support for national authorities investigating attacks on commercial shipping in the Black Sea, emphasising the importance of protecting regional security and freedom of navigation.
The Alliance further highlighted its commitment to working closely with its Black Sea members, Bulgaria, Romania and Türkiye, to address regional security challenges.
"NATO remains committed to working with our Black Sea Allies, Bulgaria, Romania and Türkiye, to ensure regional security and freedom of navigation," the source said.
The NATO source also reaffirmed the Alliance's commitment to strengthening collective defence capabilities, increasing investment in defence and continuing support for Ukraine as it defends itself against Russia's aggression.
Photo: NATO
This interview was prepared by Laura Hoffman
