17 Mar 2024 | 03:44 PM UTC
Moldova: Drone reportedly strikes airfield in Tiraspol March 17
Loitering munition reportedly struck airfield in Tiraspol, Moldova, on March 17; increased security, investigations ongoing.
A drone reportedly struck an airfield in Tiraspol, in Moldova's breakaway region of Transnistria, on the afternoon of March 17; the loitering munition reportedly hit a military helicopter, causing it to catch fire. No casualties were reported in the incident. Investigations on the incident site are ongoing.
Increased security is likely in Tiraspol in the upcoming days, likely causing sporadic transport disruptions near border crossings, critical infrastructure, and government facilities.
Heed all instructions from security forces. Remain courteous and cooperative if approached and questioned by law enforcement officers. Plan accordingly for short-term security-related disruptions, which could occur with little-to-no warning. Expect increased scrutiny and delays at transport hubs and other public places.
