This Eastern European NATO member seeks to modernize its military, especially air defense, after dozens of airspace violations and drone crash incidents were recorded since the start of the large-scale war in neighboring Ukraine.
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Romania’s modernization efforts are aimed at strengthening Europe’s defense following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and doubts about the United States’ commitment to the continent’s security when Donald Trump became US president.
The Defense Ministry press release states that it plans to purchase 12 multi-role helicopters from Airbus for 757 million euros and 12 Thales airspace surveillance radars worth 247 million euros.
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The first radar, “which we really need to fight against low-flying drones,” will be delivered within 11 months, Defense Minister Radu Miruta said at a press conference on Friday.
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