Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store says a drone nearly struck the plane carrying Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as it departed Moldova on its way to Oslo.
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Key facts
- Norwegian PM Jonas Gahr Store said the incident occurred as Zelenskyy's plane took off from Moldova.
- The jet carrying the Ukrainian president was reportedly 'almost hit' by a drone.
- The plane was travelling to Oslo, according to Al Jazeera.
A plane carrying Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was ‘almost hit’ by a drone as it travelled to Oslo, Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store said, according to Al Jazeera.
Store said the incident took place when the jet carrying the Ukrainian president took off from Moldova, the outlet reported.
The account, attributed to the Norwegian prime minister, describes a close call involving the aircraft during its departure. Al Jazeera reported the remarks in coverage published on September 9, 2026.
Beyond the prime minister’s statement that the plane was almost hit and that the incident happened on takeoff from Moldova, further details were not provided in the available report.
Why it matters
An incident involving a drone near an aircraft carrying a head of state raises significant questions about aviation and leadership security. The account, if confirmed, underscores the risks surrounding high-profile travel amid ongoing regional tensions.
Frequently asked questions
What did the Norwegian prime minister say happened?
Jonas Gahr Store said the plane carrying Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was 'almost hit' by a drone, according to Al Jazeera.
Where did the incident occur?
Store said the incident happened when the jet carrying the Ukrainian president took off from Moldova, as it travelled to Oslo.
Was the plane damaged or anyone hurt?
The available report does not provide details on any damage or injuries beyond the statement that the plane was almost hit.
Timeline
- Zelenskyy’s plane ‘almost hit’ by drone on way to Oslo, Norwegian PM says
Al Jazeera: Jonas Gahr Store says incident happened when jet carrying Ukrainian president took off from Moldova.