Romanian president says he will ‘order proportionate measures’ in response to Russian drone strike – Europe live
Summary
A Russian drone entered Romanian airspace and struck an apartment building in Galați, injuring two people. NATO and Romanian officials condemned the incident and pledged to strengthen security measures along NATO’s eastern border.Key Facts
- A Russian drone was detected in Romanian airspace for four minutes before striking an apartment building in Galați, Romania.
- Two people were injured due to the drone strike on the apartment block.
- Romanian officials decided not to shoot down the drone because it was too risky.
- NATO officials, including Mark Rutte and the US ambassador to NATO, condemned the drone incursion and expressed full support for Romania.
- Romania is planning additional security measures to protect its eastern border.
- A retired Romanian general suggested the drone may have accidentally entered Romanian airspace due to Ukrainian electronic jamming.
- Romanian military leaders communicated with NATO commanders to discuss increasing surveillance and defense on the eastern flank.
- Romania’s president stated he will order proportionate measures in response to the incident.
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