Polish FM expresses solidarity with Romania after drone strike, says Russia 'dangerous'

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski on Friday expressed solidarity with Romania after a reported Russian drone strike on its territory, saying Moscow remained a threat regardless of whether the incident was intentional.

Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski

Photo: PAP/Marcin Obara

"Regardless of whether it was on purpose or the result of ineptitude, Russia is still dangerous and we must defend ourselves against it," Sikorski said in a comment for the Reuters news agency.

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— Reuters (@Reuters) May 29, 2026

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Russia had "crossed yet another line" after one of its drones struck a densely populated area in NATO and European Union member Romania, injuring civilians during an overnight attack on neighbouring Ukraine.

“We stand in full solidarity with Romania and its people," von der Leyen said in a post on X.

"As we continue strengthening our security and deterrence, especially on our eastern border, we will keep increasing the pressure on Russia," she added.

Russia’s war of aggression has crossed yet another line.

A Russian drone incursion struck a densely populated area in Romania, injuring civilians.

On EU territory.

We stand in full solidarity with Romania and its people.

As we continue strengthening our security and…

— Ursula von der Leyen (@vonderleyen) May 29, 2026

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Source: Reuters, TVP Info, IAR, PAP