Latvia investigates drones ‘from Russia’ that crashed near empty oil facilities - Europe live
Summary
Latvia is investigating two drones that flew into its airspace from Russia and crashed near an empty oil storage facility, causing minor damage. Officials say similar incidents have happened before with drones possibly from Ukraine that lost their way due to signal interference.Key Facts
- Two drones entered Latvian airspace from Russia overnight and crashed in the eastern part of Latvia.
- The drones crashed near an empty oil storage site, damaging four oil tanks and causing minor smoke in one.
- Latvia’s Prime Minister Evika Siliņa called a crisis meeting to discuss the incident.
- Latvia’s Defence Minister Andris Sprūds suggested the drones might be Ukrainian and lost due to signal jamming.
- Similar incidents have occurred in Estonia and Lithuania involving drones from the Ukraine-Russia conflict.
- Latvia’s army said such airspace violations could continue as long as the conflict in Ukraine lasts.
- The air warning in Latvia was lifted, but some flight restrictions remain.
- The investigation is in early stages and officials are gathering reports from ministers.
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