UAV event in Taraclia , Salcia area, Moldova, Republic of on Wed 12th February 2025

12th February 2025

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Russian drone found in Moldova

A drone was discovered in a field near the settlement of Salcia in Taraclia District, Moldova.

Source: Moldovan newspaper TV8, as reported by European Pravda

Details: The area where the drone was found has been cordoned off, and bomb disposal experts are conducting a thorough inspection. A preliminary examination determined that the drone did not contain explosives.

There are no risks or threats to public safety in the area, and the investigation is ongoing.

Police have urged citizens who find downed drones or other suspicious devices not to approach or touch them and to immediately report them to emergency services.

Russian troops frequently use such unarmed drones in attacks on Ukraine to exhaust Ukrainian air defence systems.

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Moldova, Republic of (MDA)

Taraclia ( Salcia area )

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