Italian President Sergio Mattarella welcomed with military honors at the Presidency

The President of Italy, Sergio Mattarella, who is on a two-day official visit to the Republic of Moldova, was welcomed by President Maia Sandu in a ceremony with military honors at the Presidency.

Eleven dead and dozens missing in two shipwrecks

At least 11 people have died and more than 60 are missing as a result of two shipwrecks off the coast of southern Italy, rescuers say, BBC reports.

Oil depots on fire in Russia's Rostov region after drone attack

Several oil storage tanks were on fire after a drone attack early on Tuesday in the town of Azov in Russia's southern region of Rostov, officials said, reports Reuters.

Record number of NATO countries meet their defence spending target

A record number of more than 20 NATO member countries are meeting the Western military alliance's defence spending target this year, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said Monday, as Russia's war in Ukraine raised the threat of the conflict spreading to Europe, AP reports.

Russia's War on Ukraine: EU Extends Crimea Sanctions

On Monday, the Council of the European Union (EU) extended economic sanctions imposed on Russia in June 2014, following the illegal annexation of Crimea and the city of Sevastopol.

Moldova Exam Scandal: Leaks & Cheating Under Investigation

Serious irregularities marred the middle school graduation exams in eight educational institutions across five districts of Moldova.

Romania Stun Ukraine 3-0 in Euro 2024 Opener

Eduard Iordănescu's men got off to a flying start at the European Championship in Germany, defeating Ukraine 3-0 at the Allianz Arena in Munich.

EU Status Spurs Chișinău-Tiraspol Reintegration Talks

The current dynamics of the Chișinău-Tiraspol dialogue were the subject of discussion at the meeting between Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Oleg Serebrian, the special missions ambassador of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs from Kyiv, Paun Rohovei, and the Ukrainian ambassador to the Republic of Moldova, Marko Șevcenko.

Moldovan Government Boosts Social Services Access with RESTART Reform

Social, personal, and community assistants will benefit from improved training in the RESTART learning laboratory, established through the Common Commitment signed by the Moldovan Ministry of Labor and Social Protection and various development partners.

Moldova Eyes EU Energy Market Before Membership

Moldova has set its sights on joining the European energy market before becoming a full member of the European Union, according to a statement by Energy Minister Victor Parlicov at the opening of the World Energy Council's Energy Forum for Central and Eastern Europe.

Chisinau Budget Stalled: Public Hearings Underway

Public hearings on the Chisinau municipal budget are ongoing this week. Meetings are being held with various parties, including councils, organisations, and stakeholders.

President Mattarella's Visit: Traffic Measures in Chișinău

Access for individuals on certain streets in the capital will be temporarily restricted this Monday and Tuesday.