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Oct 16, 2026 at 7:10 PM ET
Moldova condemns Russia after five drones crash
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Moldova condemned Russia after five drones identified by Moldovan authorities as Russian entered the country’s airspace over a little more than 17 hours on Thursday and Friday and crashed, mainly in northern and eastern districts. One person was lightly injured and minor damage was reported. Moldova’s foreign ministry said the incidents threatened public safety and regional stability.
WHO: Moldova’s government condemned Russia; the foreign ministry issued a statement.
WHAT: Moldova condemned Russia after five drones identified by its authorities as Russian crashed in the country.
WHEN: Oct 16, 2026
WHERE: Moldova
WHY: The foreign ministry said the incidents threatened citizens’ safety and had consequences for regional stability amid Russia’s war against Ukraine.
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