NATO to Deploy Drone Defense System to Romania After russian Incursion
Mihail Kogǎlniceanu Airbase, Romania - NATO is bolstering its defenses in Romania with a new drone interception capability, following a recent incident where Russian drones crossed into Polish territory in what appeared to be a intentional incursion. The move comes as the alliance increases its vigilance along its eastern flank,having already established the Eastern Sentry mission with enhanced fighter jet patrols.
The deployment to Romania, specifically the danube Delta region, will provide a new method for countering drone threats, which are costly and potentially dangerous to address using only fighter jets. Bringing down unidentified or Russian aircraft over populated areas poses significant risks.
“We have tested and it is in the final stages of being employed,” stated Gen. Christopher Donahue, commander of the US army in Europe and Africa, during a visit to Romania’s Mihail Kogǎlniceanu airbase. “Romanian soldiers and other alliance soldiers have been trained on this capability and I know you’re going to see this capability in the delta [of the Danube] very soon.”
The incursion into Poland prompted NATO to enhance its air defenses,recognizing the growing challenge posed by drones in modern warfare. While effective,intercepting drones with fighter jets is expensive and carries inherent risks. The new system aims to provide a more targeted and safer solution for protecting NATO member states.
