Moldova strengthening air defense following incursion of Russian drones into its airspace – president
Moldovan President Maia Sandu announced the strengthening of the country's air defense following yet another violation of Moldova's airspace by Russian drones and called on partner countries to help Ukraine strengthen its air defense.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu has announced plans to bolster the nation's air defense capabilities in response to repeated breaches by Russian drones. Sandu, speaking alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Romanian President Nicușor Dan at a joint press conference in Chișinău, expressed concern over the recent incursion of Russian drones into Moldovan airspace.
Sandu emphasized that the airspace of both Moldova and Romania has been violated numerous times, with Russian drones targeting the region with the apparent aim of instilling fear and intimidation. Addressing her fellow citizens, Sandu firmly stated that Moldova would not be cowed by such aggression, vowing to invest in air defense systems to safeguard its people and infrastructure.
In light of the ongoing threats, Sandu urged all nations of the free world to support Ukraine and strengthen its air defense measures as the nation prepares for winter. This announcement comes as Moldova commemorates its Independence Day on Thursday.
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