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25 August 15:12

The Craiova Force Protection Detachment has been deployed to Iraq for NATO missions, taking over responsibilities from French partners.

Călin Nicolescu

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The 26th Infantry Battalion 'Neagoe Basarab' from Craiova was deployed to Iraq in July to take part in NATO's Mission Iraq, taking over previous responsibilities from French partners. The missions include complex training exercises testing rapid reaction and coordination between command structures. This continued involvement of the Romanian military underlines the country's commitment to international cooperation and contribution to regional stability.

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„Scorpionii Roșii” din Craiova, dislocați în Irak pentru o misiune NATO de instruire

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International

The Ministry of National Defense (MApN) announces that Romania has another squadron of F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft at the 71st Air Base in Câmpia Turzii, which carries out Air Police missions under NATO command, strengthening Romania's defense.

Current Affairs

Over 5,000 soldiers from 10 NATO countries are participating in the 'Dacian Fall 2025' exercise in Romania and Bulgaria, between October 20 and November 13, 2025.

Current Affairs

The U.S. Department of Defense announced that the withdrawal of the 2nd Infantry Brigade from Romania does not indicate a withdrawal from Europe, but reflects the increase in European capability.

Current Affairs

Catherine Vautrin confirmed that France will not increase the number of soldiers in Romania, keeping the forces at approximately 1,300 soldiers.

Current Affairs

MoD: "The Ministry of National Defense has been informed about the resizing of a portion of the American troops deployed on NATO's Eastern Flank / Among the elements of the brigade that will cease rotations in Europe, there are also forces intended for Romania, stationed at Mihail Kogălniceanu."

Politics

Ionuț Moșteanu clarified that American forces are not withdrawing from Europe, but the rotation of a brigade is being halted, maintaining approximately 1000 American soldiers in Romania.

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