NATO vows to defend every square centimetre after Russian drone hits Romanian city Galati

A Russian drone struck an apartment building in Galati, Romania, causing injuries and highlighting the ongoing threat to NATO member states. NATO Secretary‑General Jens Stoltenberg (quoted as Mark Rutte) said the alliance is ready to defend “every square centimetre” of allied territory and reaffirmed solidarity with Romania, noting the possibility of invoking Article 4 of the NATO treaty. He and U.S. ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker expressed support for Romanian authorities, while the Ukrainian foreign minister described the incident as evidence of Russia’s broader danger to Europe. NATO officials indicated they are reviewing additional defensive measures, including accelerated deployment of anti‑drone systems and a planned automated defence zone on the alliance’s eastern flank within the next two years.

The incident underscores heightened security concerns along NATO’s eastern border and may prompt further coordination among member states to strengthen air defenses.