Prague summons Russian envoy over threats to companies linked to Ukraine drones

Czech Foreign Minister Petr Macinka has summoned Russia's ambassador to Prague following reported threats against Czech-based companies linked to drone production for Ukraine, Radio Prague International reported on Thursday.

The ministry said Ambassador Alexander Zmeyevsky is expected to meet Macinka early next week to clarify statements issued by Russia's Defense Ministry, which recently published a list of European firms involved in manufacturing drones for Ukraine.

The list includes two companies with branches in the Czech Republic: the Prague office of Ukrainian firm DeVIRo and Czech company PBS.

Moscow warned that such entities could be considered potential military targets.

Reacting to the development, Czech President Petr Pavel said it would be "naive" to believe the country is not among Russia's potential targets, urging appropriate precautionary measures.

Meanwhile, Czech police said they currently have no information indicating any immediate or specific threat, adding that the authorities are continuing to assess the situation and monitor potential risks.