Last week, the European Commission condemned Russia and expressed solidarity with Romania after a drone carrying explosives struck a residential building in the Romanian border city of Galați, injuring civilians. If this is not a red line, what is? Shouldn’t it trigger a stronger response?
Russian drone incursions into Romanian airspace (28 since 2022) go unchecked due to 4-minute response windows and debris risks. EU's anti-drone wall initiative (2027 target) signals major defense-tech investment and emerging market for hybrid-threat mitigation systems.
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This is not the first time Russian drones have entered Romanian airspace.
But this time, the incursion caused a fire and injured two people in the city of Galați last Friday.
Europe is facing up to a painful vulnerability to drone warfare
Explained: How drone incursions in Europe went from rarity to reality
EU denounces Russia's 'reckless' escalation after drone hits Romania
Russian drone hits Romania, prompting fierce criticism across Europe
Romania: Long-standing questions over drone defence tactics | Euractiv
Video. Euronews on the scene after Russian drone strike in Romania
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