# Moldova expels Russian diplomat after Geran drone lands near homes

https://mins.news/en/item/113097

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-10-23 16:51 UTC
- World
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/moldova-expels-russian-diplomat-after-russian-geran-drone-falls-near-family-homes/

> Moldova declared a Russian embassy staff member persona non grata after a Russian Geran drone violated its airspace and came down near homes and an energy facility in the country's center. President Maia Sandu said Russia's war continues to put Moldovan lives at risk.

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