Europe faces stray Ukrainian drones as Kyiv targets Russian oil exports
Ukrainian drones have recently entered Baltic airspace, raising tensions with NATO countries. These incursions have led to incidents such as drones crashing in Estonia and Latvia, prompting apologies from Ukrainian officials. The situation has resulted in increased scrutiny of NATO's air defenses and the impact of Russian electronic interference on drone navigation.
- ▪Ukrainian drones have crashed into facilities in Estonia and Latvia, causing concern among NATO members.
- ▪The incursions have led to the resignation of Latvian government officials and increased military readiness in the region.
- ▪Lithuanian officials have accused Russia of using electronic interference to redirect Ukrainian drones into Baltic airspace.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onEurope faces stray Ukrainian drones as Kyiv targets Russian oil exportsUkrainian drones have recently caused concern by entering Baltic airspace, leading to tensions with NATO countriesByEMMA BURROWS AP european security correspondentMay 21, 2026, 1:14 AM1:43People take shelter in an underground car park during an air raid alert in Vilnius, Lithuania, Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
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