Romania's lower house of parliament has approved a bill to donate one of its operational Patriot missile defense systems to Ukraine, responding to escalating threats from Russia. The decision comes as Ukraine continues to seek military support from its allies, particularly in light of recent incidents involving Russian drone fragments entering Romanian territory. President Klaus Iohannis is expected to sign the bill, which stipulates that the replacement system from the U.S. should not exceed the original purchase cost. Romania aims to ensure its national defense capabilities remain intact while contributing to the collective NATO effort to bolster Ukraine's defenses. The funding for the replacement system is expected to come from non-refundable foreign sources. This donation follows a broader commitment from NATO allies to enhance Ukraine's air defense capabilities amidst ongoing conflict.