Romania downs two Russian jet drones near Sulina, days before NATO allies meet on Black Sea security
Romania’s Defense Ministry released cockpit images of the shoot-down as allies prepare to discuss deterrence at a special session Romania requested.
Romanian F-16 fighter jets intercepted and shot down two Russian Geran attack drones near Sulina on October 17, according to the Romanian Defense Ministry. The drones were detected about 120 km east of Zmiinyi (Snake) Island and were downed within minutes of entering Romanian airspace. The ministry released cockpit images of the mission, which comes as NATO allies prepare to discuss Black Sea security.
This incident occurs amid ongoing Russian air attacks on Ukraine and as the US attempts to negotiate with Russia over sanctions.
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