Ovidiu Muca
@ovidiumuca.bsky.social
🇪🇺 Half aromanian and half... something else. 🌐#USAGBlackSea 🇺🇸 http://home.army.mil/blacksea • 🌐#MissionAigle 🇫🇷 https://tinyurl.com/3fcz4ks2
📍Black Sea, Romania, Europe
🌐 heritageconstanta.com
📍Black Sea, Romania, Europe
🌐 heritageconstanta.com
#VLAH Romania’s first 4x4 armored vehicle: 110 km/h, 600 km range, 163 kW (221 hp) and 810 Nm.
2.4 m wide, 410 mm ground clearance, 7.5 m turning radius.
Built at Automecanica Moreni in a public-private partnership.
Ready for tough missions. #BlueSpaceTechnology
2.4 m wide, 410 mm ground clearance, 7.5 m turning radius.
Built at Automecanica Moreni in a public-private partnership.
Ready for tough missions. #BlueSpaceTechnology
November 18, 2025 at 5:53 PM
#VLAH Romania’s first 4x4 armored vehicle: 110 km/h, 600 km range, 163 kW (221 hp) and 810 Nm.
2.4 m wide, 410 mm ground clearance, 7.5 m turning radius.
Built at Automecanica Moreni in a public-private partnership.
Ready for tough missions. #BlueSpaceTechnology
2.4 m wide, 410 mm ground clearance, 7.5 m turning radius.
Built at Automecanica Moreni in a public-private partnership.
Ready for tough missions. #BlueSpaceTechnology
On Thursday, Saab s CEO Micael Johansson confirmed that his company is in talks with the federal government and Bombardier Inc. to manufacture the Gripen in Canada under license. Johansson said this could create 10,000 jobs in the country and spawn a research network to develop other aircraft
November 15, 2025 at 10:43 AM
On Thursday, Saab s CEO Micael Johansson confirmed that his company is in talks with the federal government and Bombardier Inc. to manufacture the Gripen in Canada under license. Johansson said this could create 10,000 jobs in the country and spawn a research network to develop other aircraft
Colombia just signed an agreement to buy 17 Gripen E fighters to replace its old Kfir fleet. The contract also includes upgrades to the airbase infrastructure to accommodate the new jets, along with logistical and training support.
November 14, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Colombia just signed an agreement to buy 17 Gripen E fighters to replace its old Kfir fleet. The contract also includes upgrades to the airbase infrastructure to accommodate the new jets, along with logistical and training support.
The recent article claiming Romania has already decided to purchase 298 Lynx KF41 IFVs from Rheinmetall is premature and inaccurate (link in comm). According to official statements from PM Ilie Bolojan and Economy Minister Radu Miruță:
November 14, 2025 at 1:10 PM
The recent article claiming Romania has already decided to purchase 298 Lynx KF41 IFVs from Rheinmetall is premature and inaccurate (link in comm). According to official statements from PM Ilie Bolojan and Economy Minister Radu Miruță:
”We should look in the mirror and ask ourselves how we would fare in such a situation. As a society and community.” #UkraineWar
November 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM
”We should look in the mirror and ask ourselves how we would fare in such a situation. As a society and community.” #UkraineWar
On Wednesday, the 🇷🇴 Parliament leadership decided to send the Ministry of National Defense prior approval to initiate the procedure for awarding contracts related to the "Main Battle Tank" procurement program, Stage I (Phase 2) and Stage II
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November 13, 2025 at 10:07 AM
On Wednesday, the 🇷🇴 Parliament leadership decided to send the Ministry of National Defense prior approval to initiate the procedure for awarding contracts related to the "Main Battle Tank" procurement program, Stage I (Phase 2) and Stage II
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#Saab has signed a contract with 🇩🇰Denmark’s Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation for the supply of Carl-Gustaf M4 weapons, ammunition, and training equipment. The agreement is valued at € 46,6 million, with deliveries scheduled between 2026-2028
November 12, 2025 at 10:50 AM
#Saab has signed a contract with 🇩🇰Denmark’s Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation for the supply of Carl-Gustaf M4 weapons, ammunition, and training equipment. The agreement is valued at € 46,6 million, with deliveries scheduled between 2026-2028
Finnish company Marine Alutech Oy Ab will deliver a new generation of landing craft to the Royal Netherlands Marine Corps (Korps Mariniers), the company announced on October 15, 2025
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November 12, 2025 at 8:29 AM
Finnish company Marine Alutech Oy Ab will deliver a new generation of landing craft to the Royal Netherlands Marine Corps (Korps Mariniers), the company announced on October 15, 2025
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Allison Transmission has added 🇵🇱's WZM to its global network of authorized service partners. This means that service and repairs for the transmissions in the #K9PL and #Krab howitzers, #Abrams battle tanks, and Borsuk armored personnel carriers can now be carried out locally.
November 12, 2025 at 8:12 AM
#NATO’s #DacianFall2025 in 🇷🇴: 5,000 troops from 10 nations, 1,200 vehicles, & 10 training bases. 🇫🇷 leads with 3,100 soldiers, showcasing rapid deployment & interoperability. Key assets: Leclerc tanks & Caesar howitzers. A test of strength & unity in Europe’s security. #DAFA25
November 7, 2025 at 2:56 PM
#NATO’s #DacianFall2025 in 🇷🇴: 5,000 troops from 10 nations, 1,200 vehicles, & 10 training bases. 🇫🇷 leads with 3,100 soldiers, showcasing rapid deployment & interoperability. Key assets: Leclerc tanks & Caesar howitzers. A test of strength & unity in Europe’s security. #DAFA25
NATO Deputy SG Radmila Šekerinska visited Bucharest Mechanical Plant (UMB) - where Piranha V and TR-85 M1R programs move forward, with EU SAFE inclusion on the horizon. 🇷🇴🤝 #NATO #Romania #DefenseIndustry #UMB
November 6, 2025 at 6:33 PM
NATO Deputy SG Radmila Šekerinska visited Bucharest Mechanical Plant (UMB) - where Piranha V and TR-85 M1R programs move forward, with EU SAFE inclusion on the horizon. 🇷🇴🤝 #NATO #Romania #DefenseIndustry #UMB
Sweden has reached key milestones in the modernisation of its artillery, having delivered upgraded Archer 6×6 systems and successfully tested the next-generation Archer 8×8. These developments will reinforce NATO’s northern flank, providing enhanced mobility and firepower. (© Swedish Armed Forces)
November 5, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Sweden has reached key milestones in the modernisation of its artillery, having delivered upgraded Archer 6×6 systems and successfully tested the next-generation Archer 8×8. These developments will reinforce NATO’s northern flank, providing enhanced mobility and firepower. (© Swedish Armed Forces)
🇷🇴After several intense days of #DacianFall25, troops of the 282nd Mechanized Infantry Brigade successfully completed a demanding training phase with NATO Allies. ‘When we train together, we fight stronger together.’ - BGEN Ștefan-Claudiu Topor. #WeAreNATO
(via Cristian Păduraru)
(via Cristian Păduraru)
November 5, 2025 at 9:45 AM
🇷🇴After several intense days of #DacianFall25, troops of the 282nd Mechanized Infantry Brigade successfully completed a demanding training phase with NATO Allies. ‘When we train together, we fight stronger together.’ - BGEN Ștefan-Claudiu Topor. #WeAreNATO
(via Cristian Păduraru)
(via Cristian Păduraru)
✈️🇺🇸At ENJJPT (Sheppard AFB), Lt. Claudiu Fusaru - just 25 - became the youngest T-38 instructor in the 469th Squadron and the first 🇷🇴 to stay on as a FAIP. Training future NATO fighter pilots alongside instructors from 14 nations. Proud moment for ROAF. #ENJJPT #NATO #Aviation
November 5, 2025 at 9:07 AM
🇫🇷💥Sous la pluie et dans la boue au camp de Canjuers, le 35e RAP montre comment les leçons de la guerre en Ukraine transforment l’artillerie française : plus de drones, une boucle de tir accélérée et une meilleure défense anti-drones. #Artillerie #France #Ukraine #Défense
November 4, 2025 at 6:54 PM
🇫🇷💥Sous la pluie et dans la boue au camp de Canjuers, le 35e RAP montre comment les leçons de la guerre en Ukraine transforment l’artillerie française : plus de drones, une boucle de tir accélérée et une meilleure défense anti-drones. #Artillerie #France #Ukraine #Défense
"We will see what happens with medium caliber, we will see what happens with tanks, so that we can start building this ecosystem and the infrastructure for these industries in #Romania that allow the creation of thousands of jobs in Romania" - A. Papperger, CEO Rheinmetall #SAFE
November 4, 2025 at 6:23 PM
🇰🇷 Hanwha Aerospace is developing a 2,500 kgf-class turbofan to power South Korea’s stealth “Loyal Wingman” drone, replacing the Ukrainian AI-222 engine.
⚙️ Ground tests begin Jan 2026 - advancing local propulsion and next-gen autonomous flight tech.
#Aerospace #DroneTech #Hanwha #LOWUS #Innovation
⚙️ Ground tests begin Jan 2026 - advancing local propulsion and next-gen autonomous flight tech.
#Aerospace #DroneTech #Hanwha #LOWUS #Innovation
November 4, 2025 at 5:40 PM
🇰🇷 Hanwha Aerospace is developing a 2,500 kgf-class turbofan to power South Korea’s stealth “Loyal Wingman” drone, replacing the Ukrainian AI-222 engine.
⚙️ Ground tests begin Jan 2026 - advancing local propulsion and next-gen autonomous flight tech.
#Aerospace #DroneTech #Hanwha #LOWUS #Innovation
⚙️ Ground tests begin Jan 2026 - advancing local propulsion and next-gen autonomous flight tech.
#Aerospace #DroneTech #Hanwha #LOWUS #Innovation
⚓️🇷🇴The minehunter M271 ‘Căpitan Constantin Dumitrescu’ has arrived in Constanța Naval Port, completing a 4,200nm voyage from Scotland through the Atlantic, Med, and Black Sea. Ex-HMS Pembroke, the Sandown-class ship boosts 🇷🇴’s NATO mine-countermeasure capabilities.
#RomaniaNavy #BlackSea #Minehunter
#RomaniaNavy #BlackSea #Minehunter
November 3, 2025 at 8:27 PM
⚓️🇷🇴The minehunter M271 ‘Căpitan Constantin Dumitrescu’ has arrived in Constanța Naval Port, completing a 4,200nm voyage from Scotland through the Atlantic, Med, and Black Sea. Ex-HMS Pembroke, the Sandown-class ship boosts 🇷🇴’s NATO mine-countermeasure capabilities.
#RomaniaNavy #BlackSea #Minehunter
#RomaniaNavy #BlackSea #Minehunter
In accordance with the entry into force of the EU's 19th package of sanctions, Revolut has begun blocking the accounts of Russian citizens who hold visas with limited territorial validity (VLTV) in the European Union, which may be issued in exceptional cases on humanitarian grounds.
November 3, 2025 at 12:24 PM
In accordance with the entry into force of the EU's 19th package of sanctions, Revolut has begun blocking the accounts of Russian citizens who hold visas with limited territorial validity (VLTV) in the European Union, which may be issued in exceptional cases on humanitarian grounds.
Armin Papperger, CEO of #Rheinmetall AG, said that Rheinmetall Victoria SA will be the most modern company in the world for the production of double and triple base powders. Rheinmetall will invest over €400 million, and Romania🇷🇴 will invest €120 million, (SAFE programs)
November 3, 2025 at 11:59 AM
Armin Papperger, CEO of #Rheinmetall AG, said that Rheinmetall Victoria SA will be the most modern company in the world for the production of double and triple base powders. Rheinmetall will invest over €400 million, and Romania🇷🇴 will invest €120 million, (SAFE programs)
Taiwan has added US-made Abrams M1A2T tanks to its inventory as part of its efforts to modernize its military in the face of growing military pressure from China. The first tank battalion was commissioned in a ceremony at the Hukou base in Taiwan's Hsinchu province.
November 2, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Taiwan has added US-made Abrams M1A2T tanks to its inventory as part of its efforts to modernize its military in the face of growing military pressure from China. The first tank battalion was commissioned in a ceremony at the Hukou base in Taiwan's Hsinchu province.
This isn’t sci-fi; it’s Ukraine's daily grind, where drones turn heroes into stats. On Oct 30, 2025, Russia unleashed 700+ drones and missiles in a massive barrage. FPVs cause 60-70% of casualties, per medics. Yet NATO’s basic training?
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Wake Up, NATO: Ukraine's Drone Hell is Rewriting Warfare – And Your Training is Stuck in the Past
Friends rotating from the front are always welcome to stay with me.
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October 31, 2025 at 8:45 PM
This isn’t sci-fi; it’s Ukraine's daily grind, where drones turn heroes into stats. On Oct 30, 2025, Russia unleashed 700+ drones and missiles in a massive barrage. FPVs cause 60-70% of casualties, per medics. Yet NATO’s basic training?
open.substack.com/pub/katemcke...
open.substack.com/pub/katemcke...