THE GUARDIAN: Strike condemned by European officials is latest example of war in Ukraine spilling beyond country’s borders
A Russian drone involved in an overnight attack on Ukraine has hit a residential building in Nato member Romania, injuring two people, prompting swift condemnation and the threat of repercussions.
Romania summoned Russia’s ambassador on Friday, denouncing the “irresponsible escalation” by Moscow, in comments that were quickly echoed by other senior European officials.
“We will officially communicate the consequences that this lack of responsibility on the part of the Russian Federation will have for the diplomatic relations between our countries, as well as the next steps at the European level regarding sanctions packages,” the foreign minister, Oana Țoiu, wrote on X.
Romania’s foreign ministry said it had asked Nato to accelerate the transfer of anti-drone capabilities, describing the incident as a “grave and irresponsible escalation” and a “serious breach of international law”. » | Peter Beaumont Senior international correspondent | Friday, May 29, 2026
