Bulgarian Prime Minister Denkov stated that evidence suggesting Russia is behind maritime attacks near Bulgaria's Black Sea coast is insufficient. He expressed these suspicions to the Russian ambassador, calling it illogical for Ukraine to attack ships carrying its own grain.

Denkov hopes to find drone debris on the ship CHELSEA 3 when it is docked to obtain concrete evidence. He acknowledged fears of the consequences if these suspicions are confirmed, which would imply Russia conducted an attack on NATO territory.