Russian drone launched against Ukraine crashes in Romania, injuring 2
A Russian drone launched during an attack on Ukraine crashed into an apartment building in Romania, injuring two people. Romanian authorities have called the incident a serious violation of international law and are seeking enhanced anti-drone capabilities from NATO. This event marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, as Romania considers it the worst incident on its territory since the war began.
- ▪A Russian drone crashed into a building in Galati, Romania, injuring two individuals.
- ▪Romania's Foreign Ministry stated that the drone's flight violated international law.
- ▪Romanian President Nicusor Dan described the incident as the worst to hit the country since the start of the war.
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World Russian drone launched against Ukraine crashes in Romania, injuring 2 May 29, 20266:32 AM ET By The Associated Press This photo released by Romania's Department for Emergency Situations shows a fire on top of a block of flats after a drone crash caused an explosion and fire on impact, in Galati, eastern Romania near the Ukrainian border, Friday May 29, 2026. via AP/ISU Galati hide caption toggle caption via AP/ISU Galati KYIV, Ukraine — A Russian drone that was part of an overnight attack on Ukraine crashed into an apartment building in eastern Romania, injuring two people, Romanian authorities said Friday.
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