US warships never left the Black Sea after the end of the NATO-Ukraine joint exercises. They remained for manoeuvres in Bulgaria
John Kirby, an official spokesman for the US Department of Defense, said this in a briefing with reporters.
“Our transition to the next exercise demonstrates our continued support of all Black Sea allies and partners, as well as our commitment to building a community committed to enhancing stability and security in the region”, – he said.
The Bulgarian exercise is designed to strengthen engagement with Balkan countries as well as support regional security. In addition to the Americans, F-16 fighter jets from Aviano Air Base in Italy are taking part.