British PM condemns Russia’s ‘serious violation’ of NATO airspace
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned a recent Russian drone strike that hit a residential building in Romania, marking a serious violation of NATO airspace. He emphasized that Russia's aggression threatens the security of Europe and reaffirmed the UK's support for Romania and other NATO allies. Starmer's remarks followed a statement from Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, who described the incident as extremely dangerous and a grave escalation.
- ▪A Russian drone entered Romanian airspace and struck a residential building, injuring civilians.
- ▪Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the attack as a serious violation of NATO airspace.
- ▪Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper called the incident extremely dangerous and reckless.
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British PM condemns Russia’s ‘serious violation’ of NATO airspaceSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxThe British leader said Russia’s aggression against Ukraine and attacks on the country’s civilians and infrastructure “threatens the security of our entire continent”.PHOTO: REUTERSPublished May 29, 2026, 08:47 PMUpdated May 29, 2026, 08:47 PMLONDON – British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned on May 29 the “serious violation of NATO airspace” after a drone hit a Romanian residential building, saying Britain stands “shoulder to shoulder” with Romania and other European allies.“Last night a Russian drone entered Romanian airspace and hit a residential building, injuring civilians,” Mr Starmer said in a statement condemning the strike in the NATO member country.The…
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