Two Drones From Russia Crashed in Latvia on May 7: One Near Rēzekne Oil Depot

Two drones that entered Latvian airspace from Russia crashed in Latvia on the morning of May 7. Representatives of the Latvian army and police reported this. Early in the morning, an air threat alert was issued in the Balvi, Ludza, and Rēzekne regions, remaining in effect as of 07:00 AM.

One drone fell on a street where an oil depot is located in the city of Rēzekne, 40 km from the Russian border. The State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD) found no elevated temperatures during the inspection of oil tanks. Emergency services are on site, VUGD is extinguishing, and the police have cordoned off the area. The crash site of the other drone has not yet been determined.

Defense Minister Andris Sprūds announced he is heading to the Rēzekne region, describing the situation as complex and the threat ongoing. He noted that the National Armed Forces, along with NATO allies, are maintaining maximum control over the airspace, with fighter jets also airborne. Sprūds suggested these might be drones targeting Russian territory from the Ukrainian side, but this information requires verification. Classes in all educational institutions in Rēzekne, Rēzekne, and Ludza districts have been canceled.