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civilian-incident2026-05-29 00:00 UTC

Russian kamikaze drone crashes into apartment building in Galați, Romania, injuring civilians

A Russian explosive-laden kamikaze drone strayed into Romanian airspace and struck the roof of a residential apartment building in Galați, causing a fire and injuries. Romanian authorities said it was part of an overnight barrage aimed at targets in Ukraine near the Danube border.

Details

Type
civilian-incident
Occurred
2026-05-29 00:00
Reported
2026-05-29
Location
Residential apartment building in Galați on the Danube River, eastern Romania
Coordinates
45.4338, 28.0549
Wounded
2
Confidence
78 / 100

Damage assessment

Drone impact and explosion perforated reinforced concrete ceiling, sparked a roof fire, caused extensive interior damage, and prompted evacuation/medical attention for residents.

Drones involved

Shahed-136· loitering-munition

Sources