Romania: Maritime Drone Explodes in Constanța Port

A powerful explosion rocked the port of Constanța, Romania, on the Black Sea, creating a stir in the region. The Romanian Ministry of Defense announced that the incident was caused by the self-detonation of a surface unmanned vessel, commonly known as a maritime drone. This type of drone is frequently employed in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and is not part of Romania's military equipment.

Fortunately, the explosion resulted in no casualties, according to the ministry's statement. Romanian authorities have secured the area surrounding the blast site and launched an investigation to determine the precise circumstances and cause of the event. Images and videos circulating on social media depict the significant explosion at the port.

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We know now that there is a risk of self-ignition, we have... evacuated the area in case there are more drones.

In response to the incident, Romanian authorities have cordoned off the vicinity. Deputy Interior Minister Raed Arafat stated that the area has been evacuated as a precautionary measure against potential further drone threats. Helicopters are currently conducting aerial surveys of the port and the Black Sea coastline to detect any additional unmanned vessels. Arafat emphasized that these measures are purely preventative and that authorities remain vigilant.

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We are not panicking, the measures are purely preventive.