Türkiye detects another Russian spy drone, third in a week
Illustrative photo: Russian reconnaissance drone found again in Türkiye (Getty Images)
A Russian reconnaissance drone Merlin-VR was discovered in Türkiye. This is already the third case this week, according to Clash Report.
According to the report, farmers in the Salur neighborhood, Manyas district of Balıkesir province, today reported another drone found in a field.
Gendarmerie units secured the site and transported the drone to Ankara for a detailed technical inspection.
Officials emphasized that ownership and origin remain undetermined, and that Russian origin is only one of the possibilities being considered.
No casualties or property damage were reported, as the drone landed in an unpopulated area.
Photo: Russian reconnaissance drone discovered in Türkiye (Turkish media)
Photo: Russian reconnaissance drone discovered in Türkiye (Turkish media)
Russian drones in Türkiye
As a reminder, on December 15, Türkiye destroyed an unmanned aerial vehicle approaching its airspace from the Black Sea. The incident was reported by the country’s Ministry of Defense.
According to the ministry, the object was identified as a drone that had lost control. To prevent possible risks and threats, Turkish forces decided to neutralize it.
The drone was shot down by F-16 fighter jets in a safe area, outside populated locations. The Ministry of Defense emphasized that the operation was carried out with measures to minimize potential consequences.
Yesterday, December 19, a Russian reconnaissance drone crashed in Türkiye. It was found in a rural area, specifically in the Izmit district.
According to preliminary information, it was a Russian reconnaissance drone Orlan. These drones are used for intelligence purposes and do not carry explosives.
