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Russia’s Strikes Near Moldova Raise Concerns Over Regional Security
Russia conducted 17 violations of Moldova's airspace in August 2026, the highest number since its full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in 2022, increasing pressure on Moldova.
Russia's strikes on Ukrainian-Moldovan border infrastructure threaten Ukraine's economy and grain exports, with Moldova serving as a critical transit route to Europe after Black Sea ports were attacked.
Moldova and Ukraine's applications for EU membership are complicated by Russia's military and hybrid actions, which also threaten regional security and stability.
Experts and Baltic leaders warn that Russia's aggressive actions in Moldova may be a test or rehearsal for wider aggression in the Baltics and Europe, urging vigilance against possible provocations.