Moldova recalls ambassador to Russia after drone falls in south
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Moldova is recalling its ambassador to Russia for consultations after a drone-missile hybrid crashed in the village of Crocmaz, the Moldovan Foreign Ministry announced Monday. Police said the drone exploded on impact with a tree, damaging several roofs but causing no casualties. The recall comes as authorities investigate a potential airspace violation near Moldova’s border.
The Drone Incident
On Sunday, police in Ștefan Vodă district discovered debris of an unmanned aerial vehicle near Crocmaz. Experts determined the device, a hybrid of a kamikaze drone and a cruise missile, exploded after hitting a tree. Fragments damaged roofs of nearby homes, but there were no injuries. The Moldovan Foreign Ministry said the aircraft fell in a populated area.
Diplomatic Recall
The Foreign Ministry condemned the incident and announced it was recalling Ambassador Lilian Darii from Moscow for consultations. The statement did not specify the drone’s origin. The recall reflects Moldova’s mounting concerns over spillover from the war in Ukraine, with authorities treating the crash as a serious violation of its sovereignty.
What's Next
Moldovan investigators are examining the drone’s flight path and origin. The ambassador’s return will depend on Moscow’s response, and further diplomatic measures remain under consideration.
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Moldova recalls ambassador to Russia after drone falls in south
