On October 17, 2026, two Romanian F-16 fighter jets shot down two drones that illegally entered the country's airspace over the Black Sea. This information was confirmed by the Romanian Ministry of Defense.
Details of the Incident
The incident occurred on Tuesday, and the Romanian authorities have already informed their NATO allies and partners in the European Union. According to the Ministry of Defense, the fighter jets intercepted and destroyed the drones that had unlawfully entered Romania's airspace. The origin of the drones remains unspecified.
Romania's Response and International Coordination
Romania is actively coordinating with Bulgaria to establish a maritime security center for the EU. This issue will be discussed at the upcoming meeting of the North Atlantic Council, scheduled for Tuesday. Romanian military officials emphasize the importance of ensuring security in the region, especially in light of increasing threats in the airspace.