Romania to Purchase F-35s Amid Russian Aggression.

Romania has announced its decision to purchase F-35 Joint Strike Fighters to boost its air security capabilities and deter aggression, following a meeting with the nation's supreme defense council. The decision comes as Russia's war against Ukraine continues. Romania expects to spend 2.5% of GDP on defense in 2023. The move would position Romania to join the 17-member global Joint Strike Fighter enterprise. Interest in the F-35 has risen globally among US allies and partners as more countries seek to modernize their fighter fleets and achieve interoperability with their weapon systems.