Host: Matt Wickham

Today, we will discuss the “trilateral initiative” of Bulgaria, Turkey and Romania to clear sea mines in the Black Sea. According to Bulgarian Defense Minister Todor Tagarev, the operation aims to create a security belt for civilian shipping. The importance of this format is driven by the need to secure a corridor for Ukrainian grain exports. 

Also, we want to analyse the strategic impact on the regional security situation and Ukraine’s potential role in facilitating the operation.