Russian Drone Debris Found in Romania Amid Continued Attacks on Ukrainian Ports
July 26, 2024Russian drone attacks on Ukrainian ports near the Romanian border prompted air alerts in Romanian Danube settlements.
The Defense Ministry is investigating debris found recently, believed to be from Russian drones used in attacks near the Ukrainian border.
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Both Romanian and NATO officials found no evidence of deliberate Russian attacks despite the incidents near the Ukrainian border.
Romanian defense ministry confirmed reports of Russian attacks, raising security concerns in the region.
Ukraine's security service dismantles a group of presumed Russian agents preparing attacks in Ukraine, Poland, and the Baltic States.
Residents reported explosions in Romania, leading to 10 emergency calls received.
Fragments believed to be from Russian drones were discovered near the village of Plauru in Tulcea county, across the Danube River from the Ukrainian port of Izmail.
Reactions in Romania include mobilization of Finnish armed forces and condemnation of the attacks by the Romanian foreign minister.
Romania strongly condemned the Russian attacks as unjustified and in violation of international law, according to the Defense Ministry.
Discussions are ongoing between Romania and Western allies regarding Russian kamikaze drones encroaching on Romanian territory.
Romania has previously identified drone fragments on its territory multiple times since the start of the war in February 2022.
The Ukrainian Air Force commander mentioned three Shahed drones entering Romanian territory.
Russian drones attacked the Ukrainian port of Izmail for a second consecutive night, causing damage and injuries, prompting an alert in neighboring Romania.
A total of 38 explosive drones of Iranian design launched by Russia, with 25 shot down by the Ukrainian Air Force.
After a previous attack in December 2023, Romania reinforced its air defenses near the border and expanded the no-fly zone, while NATO increased air-policing missions.
The Romanian Ministry of Defence condemned the Russian attacks and increased airspace monitoring in response.
Media reports detailed the air raid alert in Tulcea County and its subsequent lifting by 3:46 a.m.
Romania deployed warplanes to monitor its airspace following the Russian attacks, with Finnish Air Force aircraft conducting aerial surveillance.
The Ukrainian Air Force commander reported the loss of three drones that crossed the border with Romania, part of a total of 38 drones used in attacks across Ukraine.
Explosions from kamikaze drone strikes were reported near Niculițel village, 7 kilometers from Ukraine.
Search operations are ongoing in the area, ensuring identified possible impact zones are away from inhabited areas and infrastructure.
Investigations involving Romanian Ministry of National Defence, Intelligence Service, and Ministry of Internal Affairs have been ongoing since July 24th.
Romanian Foreign Minister accused Russia of 'heinous attacks' on Ukrainian civilian infrastructure, with debris found on Romanian territory.
Wreckage allegedly from Russian drones was discovered on the Romanian coast opposite Izmail.
Russian drones caused damage to port infrastructure and a high-rise building in Izmail, with casualties reported.
The Russian attack targeted the Ukrainian port of Izmail, located 15 kilometers from Tulcea county.
Three Shahed UAVs caused fires in Romania near the Ukrainian border.
Emergency alerts were issued to residents in Tulcea, with NATO allies kept informed about the situation.
Romania has taken measures to protect citizens near the Ukrainian border, including building air raid shelters and deploying drone defense systems.
The Defense Ministry identified the drone debris as of Russian origin, linking it to the attacks on Ukraine's port infrastructure near the border.
Recent Russian attacks on civilian targets and port infrastructure in Ukraine led to the discovery of drone fragments in Romania.
Summary based on 16 sources
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Yahoo News • Jul 25, 2024
NATO member Romania says more Russian drone debris from the Ukraine war has landed on its territoryThe Independent • Jul 25, 2024
Romania says more Russian debris from the Ukraine war has landed on its territoryThe Mirror • Jul 25, 2024
Putin hits NATO state Romania with kamikaze drones used to target Ukraine