### [2026-05-10](/feed/2026/05/10/index.md)

##### Violations of non-combatant airspace during the Russo-Ukrainian war
# Andris Sprūds resigns as Latvian defence minister after Ukrainian drones violated Latvian airspace during an attack on Russia. 




### Sources:

1. [Politico EU](https://www.politico.eu/article/latvia-defense-minister-resigns-leadership-turnover-nato-eastern-flank/)

### Changes:

1. Andris Sprūds resigns as Latvian Defence Minister after Ukraine drones flew into Latvia's airspace from Russia.  _2026-05-11 21:34:32 (First version)_
1. Andris Sprūds resigns as Latvian defence minister after Ukrainian drones violated Latvian airspace during an attack on Russia.  _(Current version)_

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