Romanian President warns Ukraine war could last at least another year
Video. In an interview with Euronews, President Nicușor Dansaid while Russia's economy is under strain and Ukraine has demonstrated an ability to strike deep into Russian territory, neither development has brought Moscow closer to the negotiating table.
Updated: 15/09/2026 - 13:04 GMT+2
Romanian President Nicușor Dan says the war in Ukraine shows no signs of ending, warning the conflict could continue for at least another one to two years.
Despite mounting economic pressure on Russia and Ukraine's ability to strike deep into Russian territory, Dan says Moscow is showing no willingness to negotiate. "We must be prepared for a continuation of this war for at least a year, two," he said.
With Romania sharing a border with Ukraine, Dan is pushing for US troops to remain in Europe amid an ongoing American review of its military presence on the continent. He also confirmed Romania has received the first tranche of a €2.5 billion EU defence fund, earmarked for military procurement.
