British air force

Romania will spend 2.5 billion euros to modernize the Black Sea military base as part of counteracting Russia's growing presence in the region, according to The Times, quoted by the FOCUS News Agency. Mikhail Koglignichanu Airbase, located about 200 km. east of Bucharest, will be aligned with NATO standards, as evidenced by documents published by local news sites.

British Defense Minister Michael Fallon confirmed that his country was increasing its military involvement in conflict-torn Iraq.

Speaking at the British Air Force base Akrotiri in Cyprus, he acknowledged units were flying deeper into the country.

Their mission could last "months", the Guardian quoted him as saying.

The US have temporarily deployed to Europe three strategic B-52 bombers, capable of carrying nuclear warheads, reports the Russian wire service ITAR-TASS.