Maia Sandu says nine Russian drones violated Moldova's airspace in seven days
President Maia Sandu calls for stronger air defence after, by her account, nine Russian drones entered Moldova's airspace in the last seven days.
Written later, from the reports of that day.
What it means for you
The president wants stronger air defence and protection mechanisms built with European partners. No sums, deadlines or concrete measures for citizens have been announced yet. Sandu says EU membership is the natural platform for these steps.
What happened
President Maia Sandu spoke at the Moldova Security Forum in Chisinau. She said nine Russian drones violated Moldova's airspace in the last seven days. Sandu named air defence the main priority for the country.
In short
- Over 20 airspace violations were recorded in September, more than in all of last year.
- A Russian attack damaged a power line that at times carries up to two thirds of Moldova's electricity.
- Attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure polluted the Dniester and left 300,000 Moldovans without safe drinking water for a week, Sandu said.
- Sandu says anonymous Telegram channels spread manipulation after each drone incident.
- Sandu said nine Russian drones violated Moldova's airspace in the last seven days.
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