Plane carrying Zelensky threatened by drone in Moldova, Norway’s premier says

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1. 42d ago

   Zelenskyy reports two Russian drone attacks in Moldova

   President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated in a broadcast interview that Russian drones attacked Moldovan airspace twice while he was in the country aboard his aircraft. This follows reports from Norway's prime minister that a drone nearly hit the plane carrying Zelenskyy and his wife as they departed Moldova for the funeral of the Norwegian king. Ukrainian officials have confirmed the drone threat, and some reports indicate the aircraft was targeted during takeoff, causing a flight delay.

   Why it matters

   The incident occurred during a diplomatic trip to attend a royal funeral in Norway. Moldova shares a border with Ukraine and has faced increasing tensions due to the ongoing conflict.

   What is confirmed

   • Russian drones attacked Moldovan airspace twice while President Zelenskyy was in the country aboard his aircraft.
   • A drone nearly hit the plane carrying President Zelenskyy and his wife as it left Moldova.
   • The aircraft was en route to the funeral of the Norwegian king.
   • Ukrainian officials confirmed the drone threat.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The aircraft was targeted during takeoff, which delayed the flight departure.

   What to watch next

   • Official statements from the Moldovan government regarding the airspace violations
   • Evidence of the drone types used in the attacks
   Sources used for this update (2)

   1. www.yahoo.com — Ukraine's Zelenskiy says Russian drones attacked Moldova twice while he was in transit
   2. jen.jiji.com — The AI error that almost caused a US-China crisis: "It could have started a war"
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2. 50d ago

   Drone nearly strikes Zelenskyy's plane during departure from Moldova

   Norway's prime minister reported that a drone almost hit the aircraft carrying Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his wife on Tuesday. The incident occurred as the plane was leaving Moldova while en route to the funeral of the Norwegian king. Ukrainian officials confirmed the drone threat. Some reports identify the aircraft as being targeted during takeoff, leading to a delay in the flight's departure.

   Why it matters

   The incident highlights the security risks faced by the Ukrainian president during international travel. Moldova shares a border with Ukraine and has seen increased tensions. The flight was intended for a high-profile diplomatic event in Norway.

   What is confirmed

   • A drone almost struck the plane carrying Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday.
   • The incident took place while the aircraft was leaving Moldova.
   • Zelenskyy was traveling to the funeral of the Norway king.
   • Ukraine confirmed the drone almost struck the aircraft.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The drone was a suspected Russian attack drone.
   • The aircraft was targeted specifically during take-off.
   • The flight was delayed due to the drone threat.

   What to watch next

   • Official statement from the Moldovan government regarding airspace security
   • Investigation results identifying the origin of the drone
   • Formal accusations or denials from the Russian government
   Sources used for this update (6)

   1. CBS News — Zelenskyy's plane almost hit by drone en route to Norway king's funeral, prime minister says
   2. Reuters — Zelenskiy's plane almost hit by drone on Tuesday, Norway PM says
   3. Financial Times — Drone almost struck Zelenskyy’s plane, says Ukraine
   4. The Washington Post — Plane carrying Zelensky threatened by drone in Moldova, Norway’s premier says
   5. eualive.net — Zelenskyy’s plane faced drone threat while leaving Moldova, Norway says
   6. www.yahoo.com — Zelensky’s plane ‘almost hit’ by Russian drone
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