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Sandu condemns Russia as missiles hit Moldova
Moldovan president says Russian attack weapons violated airspace and exploded on territory as war in Ukraine spills across the border.
In brief
Moldovan president says Russian attack weapons violated airspace and exploded on territory as war in Ukraine spills across the border. Moldovan President Maia Sandu condemned Russia after three missiles and two drones violated the country's airspace and exploded on its soil. Originally reported by POLITICO.
Sandu condemns Russian attack
Moldovan President Maia Sandu said Russian air attack weapons violated Moldova's airspace and exploded on its territory on Saturday morning.
“Russian air attack weapons, including Banderol missiles and drones, violated our airspace and exploded on our soil.”
Three missiles and two drones
Between seven forty-five a.m. and eight a.m., three missiles and two drones flew over Moldova. Fragments were found in the eastern districts of Hincesti, Anenii Noi and Causeni.
Fire breaks out, no deaths
Police secured the debris, which caused a fire to break out but resulted in no casualties. The attack was part of Russia's broader assault on Ukraine.
Ukraine reports civilian toll
Russian attacks in Ukraine killed at least eight civilians and injured eighty-three others in the past day, according to Ukrainian regional authorities.
Pattern of violations continues
Moldova has faced numerous airspace violations as Russia's war rages in neighbouring Ukraine. Last Wednesday alone it faced three separate airspace violations.
Europe faces growing threats
Lithuania temporarily closed its Vilnius airport and scrambled NATO jets after a dangerous object was spotted in its skies on Saturday morning. European countries report rising incidents and hybrid attacks.
What to remember
Moldovan President Maia Sandu condemned Russia after three missiles and two drones violated the country's airspace and exploded on its soil.
