Moldova protests Russian drone intrusions into airspace

Moldova lodged strong protests after Russian drones repeatedly violated its airspace, prompting the government to summon Russia’s ambassador and condemn the incidents as a breach of sovereignty and international law. Authorities reported that several drones crossed into Moldovan territory during regional hostilities, with some debris found on the ground, raising public safety concerns. Moldova’s leadership reiterated the country’s neutrality while warning that continued incursions risk destabilizing national security. In response, Chişinău stepped up airspace monitoring, coordinated with regional partners, and called for international support to deter further violations. The incidents intensified domestic debate over defense preparedness and accelerated discussions with the European Union and NATO partners on air defense cooperation, even as Moldova maintains its non-aligned status.