Romania summoned the Russian ambassador to denounce a Russian drone violating its airspace during an attack on Ukraine the previous day, stating that Moscow’s actions represent a new challenge to Black Sea security, days after drones violated Polish airspace.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated in a release that Bucharest informed the ambassador of its strongly-worded protest against this unacceptable and irresponsible act.

Furthermore, it urged the Russian side to take all necessary measures to avoid a repetition of such a violation of Romania’s sovereignty.
The ministry told the ambassador that “such repeated incidents contribute to escalation and the worsening of the threat to regional security.”

The statement emphasized that Romania, a member of NATO and the European Union, “remains in constant contact with its allies.”

A New Challenge to Security and Stability

The Romanian Ministry of Defense considered the incident a “new challenge to security and stability in the Black Sea region.”

It added that “such incidents show the Russian Federation’s disregard for international law.”

The statement clarified that the drone was of the “Geran” type, which Russia uses in its attacks on Ukraine.

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RO-Alert issued for northern Tulcea, Romania, warning of possible falling objects from the air.

Two German Eurofighters scrambled for air policing after another Russian drone was detected near Romanian borders but did not violate airspace. pic.twitter.com/8H3XAkj9ZT

The Drone Flew for 50 Minutes

Romania announced on Saturday evening that a drone had violated its airspace during a Russian attack on Ukrainian facilities.

Romania, a NATO member, sent two F-16 fighter jets on Saturday evening to monitor the airspace.

The Ministry of Defense stated in its release that the two jets “detected a drone in the national airspace,” which flew for approximately 50 minutes over the east of the country until the village of Chilia Veche, before leaving the national airspace near the town of Bardina, heading towards Ukraine.

It added: “The pilots received authorization to shoot down the target, but at the moment they had direct contact, they worked to assess the collateral risks and decided not to open fire.”

Shooting Down Drones Violating the Country’s Airspace

The Romanian Senate passed a law in February authorizing the shooting down of drones that violate the country’s airspace.

The two jets received assistance from German allies with two Eurofighter Typhoons that monitored the area.

The statement noted that the drone did not fly over populated areas and did

Black Sea

The Black Sea is a large inland sea situated between Southeastern Europe and Western Asia, historically known for its strategic trade routes and rich marine resources. It has played a significant role in regional history, serving as a crossroads for ancient civilizations like the Greeks, Romans, and Ottomans. The sea’s name is thought to originate from its dark, stormy conditions or the dark color of its deep, anoxic waters.

NATO

NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) is a military alliance established in 1949 by the North Atlantic Treaty. It was formed as a collective security measure by Western nations to counter the threat posed by the Soviet Union during the Cold War. Today, it remains a crucial political and military alliance focused on safeguarding the freedom and security of its member countries.

European Union

The European Union is a political and economic union of 27 European countries, established after World War II to foster peace and economic cooperation. Its foundations were laid with the 1957 Treaty of Rome, which created the European Economic Community, and it was formally established under its current name by the 1992 Maastricht Treaty. It has since grown to create a single market and a common currency, the euro, used by 20 of its member states.

Romanian Senate

The Romanian Senate is the upper house of Romania’s bicameral Parliament, housed in the neoclassical former Communist Party Central Committee building in Bucharest. Established after the 1866 Constitution, it was abolished during the communist era (1948) and reinstated following the 1989 Romanian Revolution. Today, it functions as a legislative body where senators debate and vote on national laws.

Chilia Veche

Chilia Veche is a small town in the Danube Delta, Romania, historically significant as the site of the medieval fortress of Chilia, built by the Genoese in the 13th century. It later became a major port and trading hub for the Principality of Moldavia. Today, it serves as a gateway to the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve.

Bardina

I am unable to find any significant information on a notable place or cultural site named “Bardina.” It is possible the name is misspelled, refers to a very local or lesser-known location, or is not widely recognized as a major cultural or historical site. Could you please verify the spelling or provide any additional context?

Tulcea

Tulcea is a port city in Romania situated at the entrance to the Danube Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Historically, it was founded as the Greek colony Aegyssus in the 7th century BC and later became an important Roman and Byzantine fortress. Today, it serves as the primary gateway for tourists exploring the vast biodiversity of the delta’s waterways.