Romanian member of the European Parliament Siegfried Mureșan has been named among 17 lawmakers expected to shape the EU’s political agenda in the coming years, according to a new list published by Politico.eu and quoted...
Security of Europe is intrinsically linked to the security of Ukraine, the Chief of the Defence Staff (SMAp), General Gheorghita Vlad, stated at the Defence and Strategy Forum in Paris, which takes place until Thursday."We are aware that we all need to do much more for defence, and we are also aware of the fact that the security of Europe is intrinsically linked to the security of Ukraine. The Romanian Army will continue to support the neighbouring country, especially in terms of logistics and training, and will continue to join the European efforts made in this regard. At the same time, we will continue to invest in strengthening the defence capabilities of our country," the Romanian general said, according to a press release of the Ministry of Defence.On the sidelines of the forum, General Vlad participated in a working meeting organized by his French counterpart, General Thierry Burkhard, in the format of chiefs of defence from NATO, EU and partner states, which was also attended by French President Emmanuel Macron.The discussions focused on identifying and analyzing solutions and plans to end the war in Ukraine and guarantee a lasting peace.The Paris Defence and Strategy Forum (PDSF) is in its second edition. The PDSF is part of the tradition of major international conferences dedicated to defence and security issues. Leveraging forward-looking debate and interdisciplinary exchange, the forum explores the challenges and prospects of the return of war in Europe, strategic and geopolitical developments, information and influence issues, and major technological and societal transitions.This year's meeting brings together military leaders, leading experts, researchers, and security professionals.The agenda of discussions covers topics related to defence and security architectures and cooperation, regional and geopolitical challenges, and capabilities and tools available to armed forces.
Romanian member of the European Parliament Siegfried Mureșan has been named among 17 lawmakers expected to shape the EU’s political agenda in the coming years, according to a new list published by Politico.eu and quoted...
Murillo Diosa Luis Alfonso, a Colombian man who intended to blow up strategic targets in Romania, was definitively sentenced on Monday, September 22, by the High Court of Cassation and Justice to six years in prison for attempted acts of sabotage. The Supreme Court dismissed the Colombian’s appeal, upholding the sentence handed down in June […]
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Authorities carried out checks in several schools and hospitals in Bucharest and other cities in the country after threatening emails were received at official addresses, reportedly from abroad. Dozens of emails containing messages like “I will enter the school with two Beretta pistols,” or “I will cause a real massacre” were sent to schools and […]
Romanian filmmaker Radu Jude, one of Europe’s most acclaimed contemporary directors, has made his debut in the visual arts with the video installation Sleep #2, now on display at The Film Gallery in Paris. The show, running from September 22 to October 4, is supported by the Romanian Cultural Institute (ICR) through its Cantemir Program, […]
Romania has been elected to the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for a two-year mandate covering 2025–2027, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAE) announced. This marks the country’s return to the 35-member body for the first time since 2010. The vote took place on Friday, September 19, the closing day […]