NATO Calls Russia's Drone Incident in Romania 'Irresponsible'; Hungary Condemns Attack

NATO has labeled Russia's actions as irresponsible after a drone, reportedly involved in attacks on Ukraine, veered off course and crashed into a residential building in Galați, Romania. The incident, which caused a fire on the building's roof, resulted in minor injuries to two people and required medical attention for several residents.

Following the crash, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg stated that Russia's "irresponsible and reckless behavior poses a danger to all of us." He confirmed he was in contact with Romanian authorities and reiterated NATO's commitment to strengthening its defense capabilities against all threats, including drones. The European Commission is also increasing pressure on the Kremlin, with a 21st sanctions package reportedly in preparation.

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The irresponsible and reckless behavior of Russia poses a danger to all of us.

In response, Hungarian politician Péter Magyar strongly condemned the attack on Facebook, emphasizing that Hungary "most resolutely condemns any attack that endangers the civilian population." He highlighted the importance of European and NATO unity in light of the incident. Magyar expressed Hungary's solidarity with Romania, wished the injured a swift recovery, and supported a full investigation into the event.

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Hungary most resolutely condemns any attack that endangers the civilian population.

Orbán Anita echoed these sentiments, also stressing Hungary's firm condemnation of attacks that threaten civilians and violate the territory and airspace of a sovereign EU and NATO member state. She reaffirmed Hungary's solidarity with Romania and support for the investigation.

The incident underscores growing concerns about the spillover of the Russia-Ukraine conflict into NATO territory. While NATO maintains control over its eastern flank, there has been an increasing number of drone incursions into the airspace of member states in recent times.

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Hungary most resolutely condemns any attack that endangers the civilian population, and leads to the violation of the territory and airspace of a sovereign EU and NATO member state.