Moldova says five Russian aerial weapons violated its airspace and exploded on its territory
President Maia Sandu warned that Russia's attacks on Ukraine are 'dangerously reaching Moldova' after the incident.
Written by EGazette’s AI. The facts are drawn from cited sources; the analysis is the AI’s own.
Moldova has said that five Russian aerial weapons violated the country's airspace and exploded on its territory, according to Anadolu Agency.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu warned following the incident that Russia's attacks on Ukraine are "dangerously reaching Moldova," pointing to the risk the ongoing war poses to neighbouring countries.
Moldova, which borders Ukraine, has periodically reported debris or weapon fragments from the conflict entering its territory since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in 2022, though reports of exploding aerial weapons mark a more serious escalation.
Details on the exact location of the incidents, the type of weapons involved, and whether there were any casualties or damage have not been fully specified in available reporting.
The incident adds to concerns in Chisinau and among Moldova's Western partners about the risk of the war in Ukraine spilling over into neighbouring non-NATO states.
Sources
- Moldova says 5 Russian aerial weapons violated country’s airspace, exploded on its territory — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
Comments
Loading comments…
Related articles
Five killed, dozens injured in Russian attacks on Kharkiv region
Russian forces shelled the city of Kharkiv and 13 settlements in the surrounding region over the past day, Ukrainian officials say.
Russia Urges Foreign Citizens and Diplomats in Kyiv to Leave, Warns of Continued Strikes
Russia's Foreign Ministry said it will continue launching retaliatory strikes against military targets across Ukraine, including the capital, and advised foreigners to avoid travel there.
Russian Forces Attack Civilian Vessel in Odesa Region Port, Killing One
A Liberian-flagged cargo ship was struck in one of the Odesa region's ports, killing one crew member and injuring three others, according to Ukrainian officials.
Ukraine's human rights envoy asks Kazakhstan to block extradition of Ukrainian woman to Russia
Dmytro Lubinets says the woman was lured to Astana by Russian special services and is now at risk of being sent to Russia.
Russia's defence ministry claims Ukrainian losses near Kharkov and Dobropolye, TASS reports
Moscow says Ukraine lost about 1,325 troops in 24 hours of fighting, a figure that could not be independently verified.
Russia's Foreign Ministry again urges foreigners and diplomats to leave Ukraine
Moscow says its forces will keep striking what it calls military facilities in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, framing the strikes as a response to Ukrainian attacks.