Transnistria, a pro-Russian separatist region of Moldova, said on Sunday that a suicide drone sent from Ukraine had struck a military base in the region. Accusation rejected by the Moldovan authorities, who speak of an attempt intended to sow “fear and panic” All eyes are now focused on Russia, which supports this separatist territory bordering Ukraine.

The targeted helicopter was no longer in flight condition, and had not changed position on the base for at least 10 years.