UK Joins US in Metal Embargo Against Russia

Following the US, the UK has also placed an embargo on imports of aluminium, copper, and nickel from Russia.

Israel on Alert: Preparing for Potential Iranian Retaliation

Israel made preparations on Friday in anticipation of a potential attack originating from Iran or its proxies, amidst escalating warnings of retaliation following the killing of a senior Iranian embassy officer in Damascus last week.

Russian Missile Kills 4 in Odessa, Child Among Victims

A Russian Iskander-M ballistic missile struck the Odessa region on April 10, 2024, killing four people, including a 10-year-old girl.

FAO Conference Moved: Moldova Bars Russian Officials

The Regional Conference of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), originally scheduled to take place in Chisinau from May 14 to 17, will be relocated to Rome, Italy.

Catastrophic Flooding Hits Russia and Kazakhstan: Thousands Evacuated

Floodwaters inundated both urban and rural areas across Russia and Kazakhstan on Wednesday, following the overflow of Europe's third longest river.

Moldova Strengthens Military, Seeks New US Embassy

The Moldovan government will examine a number of critical issues at its meeting today.

Moldova Prepares for EU Accession Referendum: Process and Objectives

In the upcoming referendum accompanying this autumn's presidential elections, citizens will be posed with the pivotal question: "Do you support the Republic of Moldova's accession to the European Union?"

Worst Floods in Decades Strike Russia, Kazakhstan

Russia and Kazakhstan have ordered the evacuation of over 100,000 people after rapid snowmelt caused major rivers to burst their banks, triggering the worst flooding in the region in at least 70 years, Reuters reports.

Governor Anca Dragu Fosters Financial Integration in Bucharest Talks

Governor Anca Dragu of the National Bank of Moldova (BNM) embarks on a significant working visit to Bucharest, where she is set to engage in discussions with key representatives from the Bucharest Stock Exchange (BVB), the Financial Supervisory Authority (ASF), and the National Bank of Romania (BNR).

Dam Disaster in Russia Sparks Protests, Aid Pledged

Residents of Orsk, Russia, gathered in a rare protest on Monday to demand compensation following a dam collapse and subsequent flooding in the Orenburg region, near the border with Kazakhstan, according to AP.

Heathrow Incident: Virgin Atlantic Aircraft Collision, No Injuries Reported

An aircraft owned by Virgin Atlantic collided with another aircraft at Heathrow Airport on Saturday, as confirmed by aviation authorities. According to reports from News.ro, no injuries have been reported.

Orthodox Christians Flock to Market for Annunciation: High Demand for Fish

A significant crowd has gathered at the fish stalls in the Central Market as Orthodox Christians following the old calendar observe the Annunciation on Sunday, a day permitting the consumption of fish.