Moldova, Luxembourg report illegal drone incidents; France urges infrastructure protection

Multiple drone incursions into Moldovan and Luxembourgish airspace have been reported, coinciding with Russia's claim of downing dozens of drones. These incidents are attributed to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, indicating a notable expansion of conflict spillover into non-NATO and EU member states. The precise origin and intent of the drones in Moldova and Luxembourg remain unconfirmed.

Moldova has experienced multiple airspace violations by unidentified aircraft and drones, with one incident involving an explosion near Chisinau and another aircraft crashing in Ukraine near the Moldovan border. Luxembourg also reported drone incursions. These incidents are attributed to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, indicating a notable expansion of spillover into non-aligned and EU/NATO airspace.