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Romania Shoots Down Drone in Its Airspace for First Time Since Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Romania shot down a drone in its airspace for the first time since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The incident occurred approximately 114 kilometres from Bucharest. The event raises concerns about the potential spillover of Russia's war into neighboring NATO states.
Romania shot down a drone in its airspace on July 24, 2026, according to the Romanian Defence Ministry. The drone was downed around 114 kilometres (70 miles) from Bucharest. The Romanian President confirmed the action, stating it marked the first such instance since Russia's invasion of Ukraine began. The incident adds to growing concerns that Moscow's war on Ukraine could spill over into neighboring NATO states, potentially drawing them into the conflict. The Romanian Defence Ministry did not specify the drone's origin, though the event is widely interpreted as a response to Russia's ongoing military activities in the region.
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IndependentAl JazeeraJul 24, 08:53 PM
Romanian jet fighter shoots down suspected Russian droneThe incident adds to concern that Moscow’s war on Ukraine risks spilling over to entangle neighbouring NATO states.
IndependentThe HinduJul 24, 08:33 PM
Romania shoots down drone in its airspace for first timeThe drone was downed around 114 kilometres (70 miles) from Bucharest, according to the defence ministry.
PublicRTEJul 24, 01:26 PM
Romania shoots down drone breaching its airspaceRomania shot down a drone in its airspace today, its president said - a first since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.