Embassy of Romania in London

Official Twitter account of the Embassy of Romania in London.
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[Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office @FCDOGovUK]

Today we have summoned the Russian Ambassador. Russia’s violation of NATO airspace last week, striking a residential building in Romania, was reckless and dangerous. Its continued strikes across Ukraine show blatant disregard for civilian life.

The UK stands firmly with Ukraine, Romania and all NATO Allies.

[Embassy of Romania in London @ROEmbassyLondon]

De 1 iunie, limba română ne aduce mai aproape.
Anul acesta, de Ziua Copilului, Administrația Prezidențială și Ministerul Afacerilor Externe au lansat o invitație copiilor români din toate colțurile lumii să transmită, în limba de acasă, cuvinte dragi lor.

[Laura Popescu @laurapopescumfa]

Happy International Children's Day!

La mulți ani, copilărie!

#1June

[Laura Popescu @laurapopescumfa]

To all Romanians living in the UK and across the world, Happy 🇷🇴Romanians Abroad Day!

Wherever you are, may you cherish our roots, value our identity and build bridges back home.

La mulți ani românilor din Regatul Unit și de pretutindeni!

[Toiu Oana @oana_toiu]

I presented to my British counterpart, @YvetteCooperMP, the situation regarding the serious violation of NATO airspace by a Russian drone that entered Romanian territory today.

I received assurances of support from the 🇬🇧United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and during our discussion we reaffirmed the spirit of solidarity among allied states.

I also expressed gratitude for the United Kingdom’s role in the air policing missions in Romania, where it is currently deployed with aircraft, crews, and support teams. This is already the United Kingdom’s sixth air policing mission in Romania.

We also agreed to strengthen our common deterrence and defence capabilities within NATO and decided to coordinate ahead of the special North Atlantic Council meeting on enhanced security in June, as well as the NATO Summit in Ankara in July.

[Nicușor Dan @NicusorDanRO]

Strong statement of solidarity with Romania from the European Union. Thank you HR @KajaKallas and ALL EU Member States for this united, unequivocal commitment to our security. Russia cannot be allowed to breach European airspace with impunity.

https://t.co/sETpV7fgvF

[Nicușor Dan @NicusorDanRO]

I spoke with President @ZelenskyyUa following the Russian drone incident last night in Galați, the most serious on Romanian soil since the beginning of Russia's large-scale aggression against Ukraine.
As our allies and partners across Europe and the world have made clear today, Russia's aggression does not stop at borders. By continuing to attack Ukraine and threatening neighbouring NATO members, Russia demonstrates total disregard for international law and innocent civilian lives.
This must stop. Russia must end its attacks and engage in meaningful dialogue toward a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy and I agreed to accelerate Romania-Ukraine cooperation on the co-production of drones that can be rapidly deployed. Ukraine's battlefield expertise and drone technology are strategic assets for the defence of the entire Eastern Flank.
Romania will continue to invest in strengthening NATO's Eastern Flank and in supporting Ukraine in its legitimate quest of self-defence.

[Toiu Oana @oana_toiu]

Today I summoned the Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Bucharest to the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as a reaction to the grave incindent last night when a Russian military drone crashed in the municipality of Galați resulting in the injury of civilians and material damage.

We strongly condemned this act of violation of Romania’s airspace and underlined the exceptional seriousness of the incident, which directly endangered the lives and safety of Romanian citizens.

Romania has repeatedly warned the Russian side about its irresponsible engagement in a spiral of escalation in the context of the illegal war of aggression it wages against Ukraine. We firmly emphasized that there can be no doubt whatsoever regarding the exclusive responsibility of the Russian Federation for this new incident. We also called on the Russian side to put an end to the attacks against Ukraine, which have direct and serious consequences for regional security and constitute grave and flagrant violations of international law.

During the meeting, the Russian side was notified of the decision of the Romanian authorities to declare the Consul General of the Russian Federation in Constanța persona non grata. He is requested to leave the country within 72 hours.

We also notified the Russian Ambassador of our decision to close the Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Constanța.

Romania will continue to coordinate its response with its partners and allies, at NATO and EU level, as well as in the multilateral framework, and remains committed to adopting all necessary measures for the defense of national security.

[Keir Starmer @Keir_Starmer]

Last night a Russian drone entered Romanian airspace and hit a residential building, injuring civilians.

Time and again, Russia has shown it has no regard for civilian life, international law, or sovereignty of its neighbours.

We stand with Ukraine, Romania and all NATO allies.

[Yvette Cooper @YvetteCooperMP]

Russia’s violation of NATO airspace, hitting a residential building in Romania is extremely dangerous and reckless.

The UK strongly condemns this grave escalation that puts lives at risk. I am in contact with the Romanian Foreign Minister. The UK stands united with Romania and all Allies to defend every inch of NATO territory.

[Toiu Oana @oana_toiu]

A russian drone carrying explosives, involved in the bombing of infrastructure in Ukraine crashed in Galați, Romania, causing a fire on the roof of a residential apartment building.

Two persons sustained minor injuries and several residents required medical attention, the building was evacuated.

Two aircraft and a helicopter belonging to the Romanian Air Force were scrambled when Russian drones appeared on the radar, they had permission to shoot.

This incident represents a serious and irresponsible escalation by the Russian Federation.

Romania will take the necessary diplomatic response measures regarding this serious violation of international law and of its airspace.

Romania has informed European member states, the Allies and the NATO Secretary General of the circumstances and has requested measures to accelerate the transfer of anti-drone capabilities to Romania.

The Russian Federation bears direct responsibility for these grave and irresponsible actions.

Romania will act with the utmost determination to increase international pressure on the Russian Federation with a view to achieving an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire.

Foto: IGSU

[Laura Popescu @laurapopescumfa]

Thanking the speakers from RO-presidential adviser Sorin Costreie, president of the 🇷🇴College of Physicians, Cătălina Poiană, as well as board representatives of 🇷🇴universities of medicine &pharmacy joining the event from Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Târgu Mureș, Timișoara &Craiova.

[Laura Popescu @laurapopescumfa]

Insightful meeting gathering Romanian doctors in the UK, as we offered a platform of dialogue meant to consolidate the🇷🇴medical diaspora & facilitate connections with Romania, as we also welcomed officials&university repres. from Romania. Grateful to all for the valuable inputs.

[Laura Popescu @laurapopescumfa]

Inspiring event at the Romanian Cultural Institute in London bringing together literary voices from the diaspora of the Republic of Moldova - Stela Brinzeanu, Vica Demici & Anda Vahnovan. An evening reflecting on writing between cultures, memory, migration, identity & belonging.

[Laura Popescu @laurapopescumfa]

Historic achievement at @cannes Film Festival today: 🇷🇴 director Cristian Mungiu wins the PALME D’OR for “Fjord”. This is his 2nd Palme d’Or, making him one of the few directors ever to receive the prestigious award twice. Congrats to Cristian Mungiu and the entire “Fjord” team!

[Laura Popescu @laurapopescumfa]

Romania ranks 6th in Europe&12th globally in wine production.
Earlier this month, glad to open the Wine Masterclass showcasing outstanding Romanian wines from the Vintruvian Group, an event dedicated to HoReCa professionals and wine buyers, promoting RO wines in the UK.

[Laura Popescu @laurapopescumfa]

Delighted to recently meet with leaders & members of the Romanian evangelical community in the UK for a valuable dialogue on community cohesion and cultural identity. Congrats for all the dedication & meaningful work!

[Laura Popescu @laurapopescumfa]

Romania’s national flower - the peony - blooms not only in gardens, but also in the wild beauty of our forests and meadows.
Today, on Romanian Peony Day, we celebrate the five indigenous peony species that are part of our natural heritage.

[Laura Popescu @laurapopescumfa]

Connecting ecosystems from Romania,the UK&beyond means connecting people,ideas &opportunities. Encouraging to see Romanian founders building partnerships across markets,as I joined the London event by Endeavor Romania gathering🇷🇴&🇬🇧entrepreneurs&investors.
https://t.co/me3F3o2Moj

[Laura Popescu @laurapopescumfa]

Today at the Palace of Westminster, alongside fellow ambassadors,
I was honoured to attend the King’s Speech marking the State Opening of Parliament.