Russian Drones Attack Moldovan Border Checkpoint in Odesa Region, Killing Two, Injuring Three
Russian drones struck a Moldovan border checkpoint in the Odesa region of Ukraine on September 9, 2026, killing two and injuring three. The attack targeted the Ukrainian border control point 'Starokozače', located on the border with Moldova. Ukrainian authorities confirmed the casualties and the use of drones.
Where Sources Diverge
Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) reports two killed and three injured, while Latvian Public Service Media mentions casualties and injuries without specific numbers.
Two killed, three injured
Casualties and injuries
The Star and Reuters attribute the attack to Russian drones, but do not specify the exact location or name the checkpoint.
Russian drones kill two at Ukraine-Moldova border crossing
Russian drones kill two at Ukraine-Moldova border crossing
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Two Killed, Three Injured in Russian Attack on Moldovan Border Checkpoint in Odesa Region BTA
During the night of Wednesday, the Russian army launched an attack on the Ukrainian border control point 'Starokozače', located on the border with Moldova in the Odessa region, resulting in casualties and injuries.
Russian drones kill two at Ukraine-Moldova border crossing, authorities say The Star
Russian drones kill two at Ukraine-Moldova border crossing, authorities say Reuters