China quake kills 118, Jishishan devastated

A powerful 5.9 magnitude earthquake struck Jishishan County in Gansu Province, northwest China, on Monday evening, leaving a trail of devastation and claiming at least 118 lives, as reported by BBC.

Ukrainian crossing scam foiled: Moldova apprehends five

In a decisive blow to human smuggling operations, Moldovan Border Police have arrested a Moldovan national suspected of facilitating the illegal entry of four Ukrainian citizens into the country, as reported by Border Police.

Moldova-EU bus travel: Clearer routes & easier permits

Passengers travelling by bus or coach between Moldova and the European Union will soon enjoy clearer information and easier authorization processes thanks to a newly ratified protocol.

Hungary's gas veto threat casts doubt on Bulgaria's schengen entry

Hungary's long-held ambitions to see Bulgaria join the passport-free Schengen zone face a fresh hurdle as Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto brandished a veto threat, contingent on Sofia's removal of a contentious transit tax on Russian gas.

Israel mourns death of 3 hostages in Gaza

Israeli soldiers inadvertently caused the death of three hostages held by Hamas in Gaza on Friday, prompting demonstrations in Tel Aviv.

Kyiv vs. Kirill: Ukraine places Russian church leader on wanted list

In a move that further deepens the rift between Ukraine and the Russian Orthodox Church, Ukrainian authorities have placed Patriarch Kirill, the head of the Russian Church, on a wanted list, as reported by Reuters.

Moldova celebrates EU accession talks launch

Marking a momentous step in its European journey, Moldova prepares to celebrate "European Moldova" on Sunday, December 17, with President Maia Sandu extending an open invitation to all citizens.

EU pledges €1.5 billion, paving way for massive Ukraine aid package

In a display of unwavering support, the European Union (EU) has pledged an additional €1.5 billion in financial assistance to Ukraine.

Moldova seizes back oil & gas resources in bold move

In a decisive move, the Moldovan government asserted state ownership of crucial oil and gas deposits in the southern regions of Cantemir and Cahul.

Moldova, Ukraine step closer to EU: Accession talks begin

The European Union took a significant step towards expanding its borders today, launching accession negotiations with Moldova and Ukraine, and granting candidate country status to Georgia.

House backs $886 billion NDAA: Bipartisanship, Ukraine, China

In a resounding display of bipartisan cooperation, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously approved a historic $886 billion National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) on Thursday, as reported by Reuters.

Volodymyr Zelensky, on the decision of the European Council: It is a victory for Ukraine, a victory for Europe

The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, qualified as a victory for Ukraine and Europe the decision of the European Council to allow the accession negotiations with Ukraine to be launched.