Russian drone incursion over Moldova disrupts Zelensky visit, exposing frontline vulnerability

A Russian drone entered Moldovan airspace this week, forcing a delay in President Zelensky's departure from Chisinau. The incident underscores Moldova's exposure as a frontline state between Ukraine and Romania, with Moscow's escalation raising concerns about further incursions and regional destabilization. The event is part of a broader pattern of Russian pressure on Moldova, but the direct disruption of a foreign leader's visit marks an escalation.