Moderate quake hits Romania's Vrancea, second strongest in 2023

A moderate earthquake measuring 4.0 on the Richter scale jolted the Vrancea seismic zone in eastern Romania on Sunday, December 24, 2023, at 8:06 AM local time.

Moldova's Sandu eyes re-election, seeks EU referendum

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has opened the door to seeking a second term in the 2024 elections, while advocating for a public referendum on the country's future path towards European Union (EU) membership.

Ukrainian spirit meets German solidarity in ongoing conflict

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock reiterated her nation's unwavering support for Ukraine, condemning Russian President Vladimir Putin's alleged pursuit of the country's "destruction" through the ongoing invasion, as reported by Agerpres.

Hamas war enters 11th week: International leaders deliberate on the crisis

Israel is intensifying efforts to gain complete control of the northern Gaza Strip from Hamas militants, prompting discussions between American and Israeli leaders on the 11-week-long conflict, as reported by Reuters.

Polish border clashes: Farmers pause, truckers squeeze Xmas traffic

Polish border crossings with Ukraine face a contrasting holiday reality as farmer protests at Medyka subside but truckers vow to intensify their blockades at three other critical entry points, as reported by Reuters.

Moldova gears up for safe Christmas: Firefighters on enhanced duty

As Christmas Eve approaches, the General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU) in Moldova is prioritising public safety by deploying over 400 firefighters and rescuers across the country.

Maritime security concerns rise as drone targets cargo ship off India

In an incident raising regional security concerns, an Israeli-affiliated cargo ship carrying chemicals narrowly averted disaster after being targeted by a drone attack off the coast of India on Saturday, as reported by Reuters.

Former Romanian finance chief takes reins of Moldovan Central Bank

Anca Dragu, former Romanian Minister of Finance and Senate President, officially assumed the governorship of the National Bank of Moldova (BNM) on December 22nd.

Montreal's AI-powered Insectarium unveils new species, climate insights

Leveraging artificial intelligence (AI), researchers at the Montreal Insectarium are embarking on a dual mission: unveiling new insect species and shedding light on the impact of climate change, as reported by Global News.

Moldova holiday travel: Consider alternate crossings

Anticipating a significant influx of travellers during the winter holidays, Moldovan authorities urge passengers to consider alternative border crossings to expedite their journeys.

Ukraine claims precision strike: Three Russian Su-34s downed in Kherson

Amidst ongoing hostilities in southern Ukraine, the Ukrainian Air Force reported successfully engaging Russian air assets on Friday, as reported by BBC.

UN Security Council urges increased humanitarian aid for Gaza amid military operation

In a recent development, the United Nations Security Council has called for an escalation of humanitarian assistance to the Gaza Strip.