Another drone crashes in Latvia as tensions rise
May 24, 2026
Riga [Latvia], May 24: Another drone has crashed in Latvia amid soaring tensions over similar incidents in the Baltic region, with fears rising that the war in Ukraine might spill over to the neighbouring NATO countries.
The unmanned aerial vehicle crashed into Lake Dridzis in the municipality of Kraslava, some 20 kilometres from the Belarusian border, and exploded on impact with the water's surface, Latvian police said on Saturday. No one was injured in the incident, which was reported to the authorities by local residents. No details were initially provided regarding the origin or type of the drone.
Police said drone debris was found at the crash site, with emergency personnel deployed to the scene to investigate the incident.
Acting Prime Minister Evika Silina, who recently resigned over a drone incident, wrote on X that she was in contact with the relevant authorities and is awaiting further information. She urged the public to follow the authorities' instructions.
The drone's entry into Latvian airspace was not detected by radar systems, according to the military.
Source: Qatar Tribune
