NATO schimbă garda la Mihail Kogălniceanu: Italia își încheie misiunea, Spania preia apărarea aeriană

The Italian Air Force has concluded its NATO Enhanced Air Policing mission in Romania, transferring responsibilities to a Spanish detachment. During their deployment, Italian aircraft provided Quick Reaction Alert services and participated in various NATO missions and exercises. The mission's evolution reflects a shift from Air Policing to a broader Air Defence role, enhancing NATO's integrated air defense system. Italy continues to contribute to eastern flank security with Eurofighter Typhoons stationed in Lithuania.