Defense.

International Relations

Băsescu rejects payment for US troops in Romania and criticizes the US's 'fool's policy'

Former President Traian Băsescu rejected the idea that Romania should pay for the stationing of American troops, labeling it a Polish idea, and attributed this to the endpoint of a 'fool's policy,' criticizing the reliance on direct meetings with Trump at the expense of relations with Congress.

5 Nov 2026/2 min read

Security

Expert Iulian Fota: Romania must strengthen its Navy to counter the Russian threat

Former presidential adviser Iulian Fota believes that Romania must make massive investments in warships and anti-drone capabilities to deter Russia in the Black Sea, criticizing political decisions and the lack of NATO involvement.

5 Nov 2026/2 min read

International Relations

Luca Niculescu and Elbridge Colby: Strategic Partnership and Black Sea Security

Prime Minister Luca Niculescu held a meeting with U.S. Under Secretary of Defense Elbridge Colby at the Palace of Victoria, discussing the strengthening of the bilateral relationship and challenges in the Black Sea region.

5 Nov 2026/3 min read