Romanian air bases could become part of Ukraine’s security
U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II Joint Strike Fighters from the 58th Fighter Squadron, 33rd Fighter Wing, Eglin AFB, Fla. perform an aerial refueling mission with a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 336th Air Refueling Squadron from March ARB, Calif., May 14, 2013 off the coast of Northwest Florida. The 33rd Fighter Wing is a joint graduate flying and maintenance training wing that trains Air Force, Marine, Navy and international partner operators and maintainers of the F-35 Lightning II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Donald R. Allen/Released)
Romania may open its air bases to the deployment of American F-35s, viewing this as a contribution to ensuring lasting peace in Ukraine.
This was stated by Romanian Prime Minister Ilie Bolozhan, Agerpres reports.
The government emphasizes two key positions: first, the country will not send troops to the territory of Ukraine; second, joint NATO military bases in Romania — especially air bases — can be used by Alliance forces, the United States, and other partners.
“Air patrols, training, and monitoring of the space over the Black Sea are already being carried out from our airports. This is a real contribution to the security of the region,” the statement said.
Recall that European countries want the United States to deploy American fighter jets in Romania as part of security guarantees for Ukraine.
As reported, American and European military experts have developed several strategic options for supporting Ukraine, which are currently being considered by the highest levels of leadership . The ideas relate to both air defense and possible troop deployment.
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