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I’m president of one of America’s most reliable allies. Here’s how we stand up to Russia

Black Sea ally has built its armed forces anchored in American defense systems

By President Nicușor Dan Fox News

Published August 27, 2026 9:00am EDT

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Russia is a growing threat that America and Europe cannot afford to ignore. Romanian airspace has been violated by drones dozens of times in recent months. According to press reports, American intelligence believes Russia may test NATO’s resolve with a limited move against an allied country.

For Romania, none of this is abstract. We sit on NATO’s southeastern flank, on the Black Sea, and we share the longest border with Ukraine of any ally. We have watched this from its edge for years, with drones crossing into our airspace and debris falling on our territory. We have learned by direct experience that deterrence is tested first at the perimeter of the alliance.

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