politics
April 18, 2026
Russian Security Council lists instances of Ukrainian drones using EU airspace
More than 240 drones have already been shot down over the Leningrad Region since the beginning of the year
TL;DR
- The Russian Security Council claims Ukrainian drones have used EU airspace.
- This contradicts the European Commission's statement of no confirmation regarding strikes on Russia from EU airspace.
- Instances cited include Ukrainian drones shot down over Russia's Leningrad Region and crashing in Finland.
- Finnish and Estonian officials, along with a European Parliament member, have made statements indicating concerns about Ukrainian drone activity.
- Over 240 drones have reportedly been shot down over the Leningrad Region this year, targeting seaports.
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