Romania’s Defence Industry Push: The lease for the Sadu II site was signed, with US Ballistic set to produce 155mm NATO-standard ammunition—an effort framed as jobs and a return to high-volume defence production. Presidential PM Nomination Consultations: President Nicusor Dan will hold consultations with parliamentary party leaders on Thursday over the nomination of a new prime minister, after the fall of Ilie Bolojan’s government. Government Formation Options: UDMR leader Kelemen Hunor floated possible cabinet scenarios, including a government built from experienced civil servants. Black Sea Security Upgrade: Romania is testing new anti-drone systems for Constanța and other Black Sea/Danube military ports, aimed at detecting and neutralising aerial and maritime drones. Border Residents Under Drone Pressure: In Tulcea’s Isaccea area, residents describe constant fear as drone alerts and blasts near the Danube crossing intensify. Protest Crackdown in Bucharest: Bucharest gendarmerie says the Victoria Square protest ended, with dozens sanctioned and criminal cases opened for alleged violence and public order violations. EU Defence Readiness: The European Parliament adopted a Defense Readiness Omnibus, tying faster permits and procurement to the war in Ukraine. Diplomatic Tensions Over Drones: Croatia summoned Russia’s ambassador over security incidents linked to Moscow, while Russia rejected the claims as provocation.