The United States intends to deploy fighter jets and military personnel to Mihail Kogălniceanu airbase, in the context of the conflict with Iran.

The United States of America has requested Romania to deploy fighter jets and troops to Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base, located in Constanța County, in the context of tensions with Iran. The information, obtained by Digi24 journalists, indicates that the request comes from the Pentagon and will be discussed during a meeting of the Supreme Council of National Defense (CSAT), scheduled for Wednesday at the Cotroceni Palace. Information about this topic initially appeared in G4 Media.

Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base is considered a strategic location, having the potential to provide an advantage in American operations, being an important launch point for fighter jets. It has also been used in the past, including last summer, in the context of the conflict between Israel and Iran.