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Two Spanish F-18 jets scrambled in Romania after drone alert near Ukraine

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Briefings

Two Spanish F-18 aircraft operating under NATO command departed from Romania at dawn following the detection of two air targets near the Ukrainian border. Neither aircraft entered Romanian airspace nor was an interception conducted. The incident occurred on October 6, 2026, and the specific identities of the targets remain unconfirmed.

Key points

• Two Spanish F-18 aircraft deployed in Romania under NATO command departed at dawn after detecting two air targets near the Ukrainian border.
• Neither aircraft entered Romanian airspace and no interception was performed.

Context

Spanish F-18s operate under NATO command and are frequently deployed to monitor the region. This incident highlights the routine nature of air surveillance missions in the area.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to the initial detection and departure of the aircraft. The specific identities of the detected targets are not provided, and the exact location of the targets near the border is not specified.

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