UAV

UAV event in Dondușeni District, Codrenii Noi area, Moldova, Republic of on Fri 16th October 2026

16th October 2026

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The Air Operations Center of the National Army informs about an alleged unauthorized flight in the national airspace, at 16:22, in the region of the village of Sobari, Soroca district.

We will return with details.

The Air Operations Center continues to monitor the airspace of the Republic of Moldova, in coordination with the competent authorities and partners.

Update: According to the recorded data, the unmanned aerial vehicle fell and exploded in the field outside the built-up area of Codrenii Noi towards the village of Scaieni, Dondușeni district.

Other circumstances are being established.

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Moldova, Republic of (MDA)

Dondușeni District ( Codrenii Noi area )

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