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This article examines the ever-increasing interest in the F-35 Lightning II, with Romania set to purchase 32 jets, making it the third Eastern European NATO member to operate the jet.Summary
- Romania set to receive the jets in the early 2030s.
- Poland now flying the F-35 and Czech Republic has F-35s on order.
- F-35 will enhance regional security and interoperability with US and NATO.
