U.S. and Iran clash: Hormuz strait tensions mount

United States President Donald Trump asserted on Sunday that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to commercial traffic, despite escalating military confrontations between the U.S. and Iran. The situation has triggered significant global concern regarding the security of one of the world's most critical oil transit corridors.

Silver, bronze and honors for Moldova at Physics Olympiad in Colombia

Students from Moldova won two silver medals, one bronze medal, and received two honorable mentions at the International Physics Olympiad in Bucaramanga, Colombia.

Volodymyr Zelensky proposes replacing Prime Minister Yulia Sviridenko

Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Sviridenko will resign after less than a year in office. President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced a cabinet reshuffle aimed at overhauling Kyiv's domestic and foreign policy priorities.

Russian attacks in Ukraine leave five dead, 35 injured

Recent Russian attacks in Ukraine have resulted in at least five fatalities and injuries to 35 others, according to Ukrainian officials.

Nisporeni upgrades neighborhood, wastewater plant, and sewerage system

The town of Nisporeni is entering a new phase of development. The Satul Nou neighborhood will be modernized through a project worth more than 22 million lei. At the same time, construction has begun on a regional wastewater treatment plant and the expansion of the sewerage network, with investments exceeding 63 million lei.

Environmental inspectors investigate hazardous waste at Porumbeni landfill

Allegations have surfaced regarding the storage of hazardous medical waste at the landfill in Porumbeni, Criuleni district. Environmental specialists conducted an investigation at the site and uncovered multiple irregularities.

OFFICIAL | Vasile Tofan, President Maia Sandu's nominee for Prime Minister: "I intend to serve my mandate to the end"

Restoring citizens' trust through bold reforms and relaunching the economy through a close partnership between the government and the business community, to seize Moldova's historic opportunity to join the European Union (EU). These are the objectives Vasile Tofan has committed to after President Maia Sandu announced on Saturday, July 11, that she had nominated him for the post of prime minister following consultations with the parliamentary faction of the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS), which holds the majority in Parliament.

Russian drone strikes passenger minibus in Kherson, 8 injured

Eight civilians were injured today when a Russian drone targeted a passenger minibus in central Kherson. Local officials reported the attack occurred at approximately 13:40, as reported by Ukrinform.

Putin leans toward escalating Ukraine war, Reuters sources say

Russian President Vladimir Putin is signaling a preference for escalating the war in Ukraine rather than seeking peace, three sources close to the Kremlin told Reuters.

Italy expels Russian diplomats over espionage allegations

Italy announced on July 9 the expulsion of two Russian intelligence operatives working under diplomatic cover, condemning their activities as a "grave and unacceptable interference" in Italian security.

China shoe factory fire kills 28 people in Fujian

A fire at a shoe factory in southeastern China on July 9 has killed at least 28 people, state media reported. Trapped workers were unable to escape as flames quickly engulfed the building.

Moldova restricts car towing: New rules for illegal parking

Since October 2025, Moldovan legislation has strictly limited the conditions under which vehicles can be towed for illegal parking. Authorities can no longer remove vehicles arbitrarily; towing is now reserved for cases involving public safety.