In particular, investigators found the inscription “GERAN-2” in Cyrillic on recovered drone fragments. Its electronic components, navigation systems, control modules, engine and structural elements matched those of other drones of the same type previously recovered in Romania and conclusively identified as Russian-made.
Physical and chemical analyses also confirmed the presence of the same types of materials and fuel that have repeatedly been identified in drones from this series.
Experts therefore concluded that the wreckage found in Galati belonged to a Russian-made Geran-2 drone.
Dan said Romania would share the findings of its investigation with its NATO and EU allies.
“Romania will not ignore or downplay any incident that endangers the lives of its citizens, national security or the sovereignty of the Romanian state,” Dan said.
During the night of May 29, Russia launched drone attacks on civilian and infrastructure targets in southern Ukraine near the Romanian border. One of the drones entered Romanian airspace and crashed into the roof of an apartment building in Galati, injuring two people.
Romania’s Defense Ministry later said the aircraft was a Russian Geran-2 drone. Romanian President Nicușor Dan subsequently announced that Romania would close Russia’s Consulate General in Constanta and declare a Russian consul persona non grata.
Dan warned that more serious measures than expelling a consul would be taken against Russia if similar incidents occur again.
The Romanian president also said the drone carried at least 30 kilograms (66 pounds) of explosives. He added that a group of several dozen drones had been flying over Ukraine, some of which were shot down, while one — likely hit near the city of Reni — changed course and headed toward Galati.