Romania allows military to intercept aerial threats after Russian drone incidents
Romania’s military was legally unable to act against aerial threats without an official state of emergency.
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Romanian far-right, Russia-linked candidate questioned as police uncover weapons, € 900,000 in raids
Romanian far-right presidential candidate Călin Georgescu faces police scrutiny as authorities raid associates’ homes, uncovering weapons, ammunition, and €900,000 in cash.
NATO tests European deployment capabilities without US participation
As Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine nears its 4th year, the EU moves toward military self-sufficiency amid concerns over Trump’s commitment to collective defense.
Orbán no longer alone: Rising nationalist wave in Central Europe threatens EU unity, aid for Ukraine
A surge of nationalist victories across Central Europe is creating new obstacles for EU aid to Ukraine, as leaders in Slovakia, Austria, Croatia, and Hungary align with Viktor Orbán's pro-Moscow stance amid mounting public frustration over war-related economic pressures.
“Ukraine is fictional state”: Romanian politician’s call for territory division sparks diplomatic row
A Romanian politician's call to carve up Ukraine draws sharp rebuke from Kyiv, testing diplomatic ties between the Black Sea neighbors.
Russian drone attack injures boy, 12, in Kyiv Oblast, damages Izmail river port, hits Romania
At least seven Shaheds and two missiles might have penetrated the Ukrainian air defenses.
Sweden joins compensation scheme for Romania’s Patriot transfer to Ukraine
Stockholm has approved about $29 million to help Romania replace Patriot system components, including projectiles and sensors donated earlier.
Russian missile flew 140 kilometers over Moldova and Romania before reaching Ukraine – media
A Russian cruise missile violated NATO member Romania's airspace during a massive strike on Ukrainian energy facilities this morning.
Romania’s Constitutional Court annuls first-round presidential results as Russian influence allegations spark outrage
Earlier, the far-right politician who had won the first round of the elections said that if he were to win the presidency, he would stop the export of Ukrainian grain through Romania and suspend aid to Kyiv.
Romania thwarts suspected Russian-directed sabotage attempt
Romanian authorities arrested a 34-year-old Colombian suspect for attempting Russian-coordinated sabotage acts targeting critical infrastructure.
Romanian presidential candidate Georgescu vows to end Ukrainian aid, halt grain exports if he takes office
He claimed that Bucharest owes no obligations to NATO, asserting that the country’s focus should be on the happiness of its people, not defense spending.
Pro-EU ruling party wins Romania’s parliamentary elections but far-right pushes for influence
Romania's Social Democrats won, but a surge in far-right votes led to a fragmented parliament, complicating coalition talks amid concerns over Russian influence.
TikTok, not anti-Ukraine stance, behind Romanian election surprise, ex-diplomat says
Social media strategy, not foreign policy views, propelled anti-NATO candidate Călin Georgescu to a stunning first-round victory in Romania's presidential election, former Foreign Ministry advisor Eusebiu Slavitescu told Euromaidan Press.
“Ignore the electoral noise: Georgescu’s TikTok triumph signals nothing about Ukraine,” says Romanian ex-diplomat
Romania's establishment was stunned when TikTok-powered outsider Călin Georgescu leapt from 6% in polls to 22.94% in Sunday's presidential vote, but former foreign ministry counselor Eusebiu Slavitescu sees social media algorithms at work, not shifting allegiances.
Pro-Russian candidate leads first round in Romania presidential race
Independent candidate Calin Georgescu leads Romania's presidential race with 22% of votes, challenging expectations.
Today’s Romanian election could reverse country’s support for Ukraine
Romania's current leadership supports Ukraine, but today's presidential elections and the upcoming parliamentary elections on December 1 could potentially alter the country's stance on this support.
Ukraine repels Russia’s attack involving 50 drones, 4 missiles; two UAVs again breach Romania airspace
The assault injured at least one civilian. Ukraine says it downed 40 drones. Kyiv, Starokostiantyniv, Khmelnytskyi were among targets.
Romania says drone breached its airspace during Russia’s attack on Ukraine
Four fighter jets were scrambled by Romanian authorities on 19 Oct. after detecting an unidentified flying object that penetrated up to 45 kilometers into the country's eastern region.
Romania delivers Patriot missile-defense system to Ukraine
Both Bucharest and Kyiv confirmed the delivery, boosting Ukraine's air defense against Russian attacks.
Romania backs marine training center for Ukraine
This initiative, proposed through the Ukraine Defense Contact Group's "Ramstein" format, will be funded by international contributions, with the UK providing initial financing.