Czech leaders condemn Russian drone strike in Romania

Czech leaders have condemned a Russian drone strike that hit a residential building in Romania. President Petr Pavel called the attack completely unacceptable and backed Romanian President Nicușor Dan’s call for a strong international response. He said allies should do more than simply condemn the attack and that Russia must understand such actions will not be tolerated.

Prime Minister Andrej Babiš also denounced the strike, saying Czechia condemns Russia’s continued aggression against Ukraine and stands by its NATO allies. The Czech Foreign Ministry, along with representatives of the opposition Mayors and Pirates, likewise condemned the attack.

Romania has summoned the Russian ambassador over the incident. President Dan said his country would not allow Russia’s war against Ukraine to spill over onto Romanian citizens and has asked the Foreign Ministry to propose measures in response.