Overview
- Romanian officials said a drone believed launched from Russia crashed onto the roof of an apartment block in Galați on May 29, causing an explosion, a fire and two light injuries.
- Emergency teams evacuated about 70 residents, firefighters put out the blaze and F-16 jets were scrambled as authorities secured the scene and began forensic checks.
- Romanian leaders condemned the incident and the defense ministry said the crash endangered citizens and NATO collective security.
- President Dan and other officials said investigators are examining evidence that the drone’s course may have changed after being engaged over Ukraine, a detail that could affect attribution and responsibility.
- The crash follows repeated cross-border drone incursions since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, raising new concerns about civilian risk in NATO territory and possible diplomatic and military responses.