Drone nearly strikes Zelenskyy’s plane before takeoff for Norwegian king’s funeral, PM says

A drone reportedly came close to striking Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s plane as it prepared to depart from Moldova for Norway. The incident caused a delay and led to the temporary closure of Chișinău International Airport. Two Russian drones were involved, with one crashing in Moldova and the other entering Romanian airspace, prompting condemnation from Moldovan President Maia Sandu.

• Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s plane was reportedly “almost hit” by a drone during takeoff from Moldova.
• Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre revealed the incident, stating it was a reality Zelenskyy faces.
• Moldovan authorities confirmed two Russian drones were involved, delaying Zelenskyy’s departure to Oslo.
• Chișinău International Airport temporarily suspended flights due to the drone incursions.
• One drone crashed in Moldova, sparking a fire, while the other flew into Romanian airspace.
• Moldovan President Maia Sandu denounced the incursions as a “serious threat to people’s lives.”
• Zelenskyy arrived safely in Oslo and discussed military aid with Norwegian ministers.