Russian Shahed 131/136 Drone with Explosives Crashes in Rēzekne Region, Latvia

Sep 9, 2024, 12:51 PM

A Russian Shahed 131/136 drone carrying explosives crashed in the Rēzekne region of Eastern Latvia on September 7. The Latvian Ministry of Defense confirmed that the drone was likely intended for Ukraine but strayed into Latvian airspace. The incident is under investigation by Latvian authorities. Key officials, including Defense Minister Sprūds, National Armed Forces (NBS) Commander Lt. Gen. Kalniņš, and Air Force Commander Col. Masulis, addressed the situation in a press briefing.