Russian strike on Ukraine-Moldova border crossing injures guard, halts traffic

A projectile struck a bus and a checkpoint booth at the Palanca-Maiaki-Udobne border crossing between Ukraine and Moldova during a Russian attack, injuring a border guard. The checkpoint's operations were temporarily suspended. The incident occurred on October 5 at approximately 09:38, according to Moldova's border police. Traffic from the R-30 and R-31 road intersection to Palanca is halted pending an investigation, with patrols redirecting vehicles to the Tudora crossing. Authorities advise civilians to avoid the area, take shelter indoors if explosions are heard, and report any suspicious debris to emergency services. The border police are coordinating with Ukrainian authorities to monitor the situation.