Spanish F-18 shoots down drone over Romania after approach via Moldova

A Spanish Air and Space Force F/A-18 Hornet successfully intercepted and neutralized a drone operating within southeastern Romania. The incident occurred during an operational deployment, marking the first time Spain has engaged with a hostile aerial target in this region. According to sources, the aircraft approached the drone from Moldovan airspace before initiating its controlled destruction. This action was undertaken as part of ongoing NATO exercises designed to enhance air defense capabilities. Military officials confirmed that no personnel or infrastructure were harmed by the operation’s outcome.