According to HotNews Romania on February 25, 2025, Romania is set to enhance its naval capabilities in the Black Sea through the acquisition of eight MQ-35A V-BAT drones. The Romanian Naval Forces will receive the first V-BAT drone system, consisting of four aircraft, as a donation from the United States through the Maritime Domain Awareness facility. This initial set, valued at approximately $18 million, is expected to be operational by the end of 2025. Following this donation, Romania plans to purchase two additional V-BAT systems, comprising eight drones, through a direct government-to-government agreement with the United States for approximately $30 million. Read full defense news at this link...
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| Romania is set to receive a total of twelve V-BAT drones with the first four donated by the US and eight more to be purchased through a government-to-government deal. (Picture source: US DoD) |