Moldova condemns airspace violation near Talmaza border

Moldova says its airspace has been violated nearly 60 times since Russia’s war in Ukraine began, with recent drone activity attributed to Russia raising security and neutrality concerns. A drone explosion near Talmaza in Stefan Voda district sparked a grass fire, with no injuries and the origin not yet established. Moldova’s foreign ministry condemned the incidents as serious violations of sovereignty and warned of the direct safety risks posed to its citizens. Ukrainian officials have suggested a Russian S-8000 Banderol missile may have entered Moldovan airspace, though investigators are still examining debris to determine the weapon type. The incidents underscore broader concerns about the spillover of the Ukraine conflict into neighboring countries and ongoing aerial incursions in the region. Moldova continues to emphasize neutrality while remaining vigilant about security threats and potential consequences for its population.