In Romania, a Patriot air defense missile failed to launch during a training exercise, marking one of three missiles in the sequence. The issue was described as a technical problem, according to Radio Romania’s reporting.
The exercise took place at Capu Midia training ground and served as a tactical drill to assess the Patriot system, which Romania began operating with the Air Force in 2020.
Officials stated that the third rocket could not be launched after two successful attempts. Colonel Virgil Toschi, commander of the 74th Patriot Regiment, attributed the incident to a minor technical issue.
Romanian Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu, Senate President Nicolae Ciuca, and the Minister of National Defense Angel Tîlvar were all present during the event.
On November 10, the U.S. administration approved a sale of fifty Abrams tanks to Romania. American officials noted that these combat vehicles would support Romania in addressing current and future security challenges as a NATO ally.
Earlier, the Netherlands and Denmark indicated approval related to the broader alliance commitments, while the United States also authorized the deployment of F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine.
These developments come as Romania continues to reinforce its defense posture with advanced systems and international support, reflecting ongoing efforts to modernize its military capabilities within the transatlantic partnership.