The Minister of Defense announces a NATO exercise in Romania, with 5,000 soldiers and 900 vehicles, between October 20 and November 13.

The NATO exercise will involve the deployment of approximately 5,000 soldiers and 800-900 mechanized means in Romania, taking place in several training areas, with a focus on Cincu and Smardan. The Minister of Defense, Ionuț Moșteanu, emphasizes that Romania is at peace, in contrast to Ukraine, and that the exercise aims to prepare the country for security challenges. He assures the population that the presence of soldiers does not indicate a war, but rather a collaboration with allies to strengthen defense capabilities.