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Romania and Ukraine Unite to Co-Produce Defense Drones

10/1/2025

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Romania and Ukraine plan to co-produce drones to protect NATO airspace, confirmed Sept. 30 by Foreign Minister Oana Toiu.
The plan follows over 20 drone incidents and European Union-backed defense funding.
Romania will receive €16.6 billion for military purchases over five years.
Ukraine seeks 1,000 interceptor drones daily and a $90 billion arms deal with the United States.

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Romania and Ukraine plan to co-produce drones to protect NATO airspace, confirmed Sept. 30 by Foreign Minister Oana Toiu.
The plan follows over 20 drone incidents and European Union-backed defense funding.
Romania will receive €16.6 billion for military purchases over five years.
Ukraine seeks 1,000 interceptor drones daily and a $90 billion arms deal with the United States.