Recent events in the Black Sea have raised alarms as an ecological disaster unfolds following the sinking of two Russian tankers in the Kerch Strait. This incident has led to the death of hundreds of birds, dozens of dolphins, and thousands of marine creatures. The toxic substances released into the water have severely contaminated the ecosystem.
Victor Negrescu, Vice President of the European Parliament, has called for urgent action from the European Commission to address this crisis. He emphasized the significance of the Black Sea for Romania and the devastating impact of the incident, which occurred on December 15, 2024, due to a severe storm.
Negrescu has urged European institutions to support Black Sea member states in restoring marine ecosystems, protecting biodiversity, and cleaning affected beaches. The situation highlights the urgent need for effective measures to mitigate the ecological consequences of such disasters.