Romania reaffirms unwavering support for Ukraine at reception in Kyiv on Romanian Army Day

Romania and its allies will not remain passive witnesses to the tragedy unfolding in Ukraine and will do everything possible to achieve a just and lasting peace, said Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Romania to Ukraine Alexandru Victor Micula during a reception in Kyiv on the occasion of the Romanian Army Day.

“We are in Ukraine and we are thinking of those who are fighting for independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity right now, who are standing as a shield to protect democratic societies from the bloodthirsty Moscow autocrats. We are grateful to them for their daily sacrifice,” the diplomat stressed.

According to him, Romania and its partners “are obliged to these heroes and their families to do everything possible to establish a just peace for Ukraine — a peace that cannot be a reward for the aggressor and must ensure justice for the victims of this illegal and unjustified aggression.”

Mikula expressed his deep gratitude to the Ukrainian military personnel and their families, especially those of Romanian origin, who live in daily anxiety for their loved ones. “Many families already know that their heroes will not return home. Among them are the families of Ukrainians and Romanians who gave their lives defending Ukraine. But even those who are waiting for news about the missing do not lose hope. This is a true manifestation of courage and strength of spirit,” the ambassador noted.

Also during the event, the Romanian Naval and Air Attaché to Ukraine, Colonel Cristi Ladaniuc, emphasized that Romanian Army Day is not only a tribute to national heroes, but also a symbol of Romania’s unwavering commitment to peace and security in the region. “From the first day of Russia’s unprovoked and unjustified aggression against Ukraine, Romania has played an important role in supporting Kyiv in all areas of assistance,” Colonel Ladaniuk noted.

He stressed that Romania is actively involved in the training of Ukrainian military personnel within the Eumam and Interflex programs, and that Bucharest “will continue to coordinate with Ukrainian partners to identify new training opportunities according to needs.”

The attaché also drew attention to the establishment of the European F-16 Training Center in Romania, where Ukrainian pilots are already participating in flight programs. “This project demonstrates what we can achieve together — through partnership, strategic decisions and joint efforts for our common goals,” he emphasized.

Romania, he said, will also continue its participation in the Maritime Capabilities Coalition, providing maritime security training (MRTH) on its territory and contributing to the training of Ukrainian marines within the framework of existing programs.

At the same time, he stressed that Romania, in accordance with a political decision at the highest level, is ready to provide logistical support to future peacekeeping forces, but will not consider the possibility of deploying its military on Ukrainian territory (“no boots on the ground”).

Ukraine and Romania established diplomatic relations on February 1, 1992. The Embassy of Ukraine in Romania was opened in Bucharest in 1992, and the Embassy of Romania in Ukraine in Kyiv in 1993. Both countries are members of the Organization of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation (BSEC) and actively cooperate in the areas of defense, energy, border management, and support for Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression.