On May 29, 2026, a Russian drone targeted an apartment complex in Galati, Romania, marking the first occasion where Russian weaponry has resulted in injuries on the territory of a NATO member. Two individuals sustained injuries, prompting evacuation of the vicinity. Military experts have raised alarms as incursions of Russian aircraft into NATO airspace surged threefold in 2025, suggesting this incident might instigate NATO Article 5, which mandates military action from all 32 allied nations, including the United States. NATO Secretary General confirmed the alliance's unwavering commitment to safeguarding every member's territory during a defense ministers' meeting on June 18, ahead of the approaching summit in Ankara.
