Leușeni-Albița border closed to trucks: Blizzard risks safety

The Leușeni-Albița border crossing between Romania and Moldova is experiencing severe traffic disruptions due to heavy snowfall and icy roads.

Christians celebrate the Nativity of God

Today, December 25, Christians celebrate Christmas new style, according to the Gregorian calendar. People go to church in the morning and then meet with their families for a festive meal to celebrate the birth of Jesus.

Iran drone targets tanker, escalates Indian ocean tensions

A drone originating from Iran struck a chemical tanker in the Indian Ocean on Saturday morning, raising concerns about heightened regional tensions, according to the U.S. Department of Defense.

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.