Palm Sunday: Orthodox Christians celebrate the entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem

The Orthodox Christians celebrate Palm Sunday today. Palm Sunday is one of the Twelve Great Feasts of the liturgical year. The feast commemorates Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. On this day, those who fast are allowed to eat fish and to drink wine.

Daria Cozorez wins the gold medal at the competition in Belgrade

Extraordinary performance for Moldovan sport! Daria Cozorez became European boxing champion. The Moldovan won her continental title in the capital of Serbia, in Belgrade. Daria defeated Kristina Tkaciova of the Russian Federation in the heavyweight final.

20 Cambodian soldiers killed in an ammunition explosion at a military base

An ammunition explosion at a base in southwestern Cambodia on Saturday afternoon killed 20 soldiers and wounded several others, Prime Minister Hun Manet said, AP reports.

More than 70 tornadoes lash US, leaving thousands without power

Dozens of tornadoes struck the central US Friday, razing homes, knocking down power lines and injuring at least three people, authorities said, AFP reports.

Thousands rally in Australian capitals to demand gender violence justice

Violence against women is an “epidemic” in Australia, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Saturday, as thousands attended rallies in Sydney and other major Australian cities urging tougher laws on gendered violence, Reuters reports.

EU steps up humanitarian assistance for Palestinians

In light of the continued deterioration of the severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and the steady rise of needs on the ground, the Commission is stepping up its funding to support Palestinians affected by the ongoing war, reads a press release of the European Commission.

Europe Day in Government: meetings with ministers, exhibitions and concerts

On Europe Day, citizens will be able to talk directly with members of the cabinet of ministers in the Government pavilion, which will be installed in the Great National Assembly Square. According to a press release from the Executive, interested persons will be able to register for a trip to the Government Building, which will include a visit to the museum of the institution, the meeting room and other rooms.

US announces new Patriot missiles for Ukraine as part of new $6 billion aid package

The U.S. will provide Ukraine additional Patriot missiles for its air defense systems as part of a massive $6 billion additional aid package, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced Friday, AP reports.

State Flag Day // Maia Sandu: Every time we look at the tricolor, let's be confident in our power to add one more brick to the construction of European Moldova

The State Flag Day is marked today in the Republic of Moldova. On this occasion, a festive ceremony took place in front of the Government, in which the top leadership of the country participated. Maia Sandu sent a message on the occasion of this day, noting that "every time we look at the tricolor, we must be proud of what we have achieved and be confident in our power to add one more brick to the construction of Moldova every day European".

Russia continues attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure

Last night, the Russian occupiers attacked four thermal power plants of DTEK, which led to serious damage to the equipment, the press service of the agency announced, reports Unian.

Meteorologists forecast warm weather for this weekend

Meteorologists are predicting warm weather for this weekend. According to the State Hydrometeorological Service (SHS), on Saturday, April 27, the maximum day temperature will reach 22 degrees, and at night the air temperature will drop to 3 degrees.

Blinken Warns China: Halt Supply to Russia Amid Ukraine Crisis

Secretary of State Antony Blinken has issued a warning that the United States will take action if China continues to supply Russia with materials used in its assault on Ukraine.