How US B-52 bombers in Romania could help Ukraine, Defense Express explains

He shared this opinion on Espreso TV.

"Stationing US B-52 bombers in Romania is a historic move. It is especially important for Romania, which is becoming a crucial part of NATO's eastern defenses and ensuring security in the region's airspace," Riabykh said.

The expert noted that B-52 bombers can strike targets in Russia from thousands of kilometers away.

"The presence of B-52 bombers in Romania shows the US is ready to take on strategic tasks in the region. These bombers, which can also carry nuclear weapons, represent a significant development, especially given the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian war. Their deployment might suggest to Russia that the US still has strong capabilities. The range of these bombers is enough to threaten targets in Russia from several thousand kilometers away," he added.

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