Fighter Jets Help Destroy Russian Drone Boat Near European Offshore Gas Platform The latest skirmish in the escalating war between Russia and Ukraine has spilled over into European waters, where a Romanian F 16 fighter jet was forced to take down a Russian drone boat threatening a crucial natural gas platform.
The incident is being hailed as a victory for Romania's military but also serves as a stark reminder of the increasingly brazen tactics employed by Moscow in its quest for energy influence.
The Neptun Deep project, where the drone boat was detected, is set to become one of Europe's largest gas producers once it reaches full production in 2027.