Romania commemorates Army Day with military and religious ceremonies

Romania observed Army Day through various military and religious ceremonies across different regions. In Alba Iulia, a commemoration was held at the Heroes' Cemetery on October 25, 2026, dedicated to the memory of soldiers who died defending the country. The event included military honors, the national anthem, a religious service, and the laying of wreaths. Participants included local authorities, military structures, veterans' associations, and representatives from the Romanian Orthodox Archdiocese.

In Galați, the National Association of Military Personnel in Reserve and Retirement 'Alexandru Ioan Cuza' organized activities at the Galați Military Circle. The program featured a religious service, historical evocations regarding the liberation of Northern Transylvania in 1944, and discussions on the modern Romanian Navy and the country's role within NATO.

Army Day, celebrated annually on October 25, marks the liberation of the city of Carei in 1944 during World War II. According to Ministry of National Defense data, Romania's war effort involved approximately 540,000 soldiers, with over 90,000 deaths, 60,000 missing, and more than 330,000 wounded.