First Russian Attack Injures Moldovan Border Policeman Since 2022 Invasion

A Moldovan border policeman was injured in a Russian attack on Ukrainian infrastructure on Monday, marking the first direct injury on Moldovan territory since the invasion began in February 2022. The incident escalates spillover risks from the conflict, potentially drawing Moldova closer to the war. Uncertainty remains over whether this was a deliberate strike or collateral damage from targeting Ukrainian infrastructure near the border.