A Russian drone struck a residential apartment building in Romania, killing or injuring multiple people. NATO and the European Union both issued formal statements condemning the attack as a violation of international law and Romania's sovereignty.
The attack marks an escalation in cross-border incidents involving unmanned aircraft. Russia has intensified drone operations in the region over recent months, and this is the first confirmed strike on a NATO member state's civilian housing. The incident raises tensions between Russia and Western allies already at high levels over the ongoing conflict in Eastern Europe.
Romanian citizens living near the border are now at increased risk from drone strikes. Families in border towns have begun relocating away from vulnerable areas, and Romania has requested additional air defense support from NATO allies. Small towns and villages are most affected because they lack the protective systems available in larger cities.
NATO's military command is expected to review and strengthen air defense deployments across Eastern European member states in coming weeks. Romania has called for emergency meetings with NATO leadership to discuss long-term security measures. The alliance may accelerate the delivery of advanced radar and missile systems to vulnerable border regions.