Romania Strengthens Border Defenses Amid Ukraine Conflict
Bucharest, Romania – September 29, Reuters
In response to recent drone activity near Ukraine's border, Romania is bolstering its air defenses in Danube River villages.
Key Points:
- Romania shares the longest border with Ukraine among NATO members.
- Over 500,000 Ukrainian refugees have fled to Romania since February.
- Suspected Russian drone parts have been discovered on Romanian territory.
President Klaus Iohannis has reassured Romanians that their safety remains unaffected, despite reports of drones crossing into Romania and detonating.
According to the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry, Shahed drones entered Romania on Sunday night following Russian strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.
The deployment of the 101st Airborne Division to Romania marks the first time the division has been stationed in Europe since World War II.
The Romanian military has discovered suspected Russian drone parts in villages near the Ukrainian border, prompting increased vigilance and security measures.
Comments