Russia’s demographic crisis deepens despite pro-natalist policies

Russia’s population is projected to plummet to approximately 135 million by 2046, according to Anatoly Antonov, head of the Department of Sociology of the Family and Demography at Moscow State University. This decline marks a significant long-term erosion of the country's demographic base.

US and Iran sign landmark memorandum of understanding at G7 Summit

President Donald Trump announced today that the United States and Iran have signed a memorandum of understanding to resolve the conflict that has persisted for nearly four months. The agreement was finalized in a digital format.

ECB's Lagarde welcomes US-Iran deal as energy tensions ease

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde welcomed the preliminary US-Iran agreement, citing potential for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. She emphasized that while the diplomatic progress is a positive signal, significant issues regarding uranium enrichment remain unresolved.

EU sanctions six for destabilizing Moldova

The European Council imposed sanctions on Monday, June 15, against six individuals accused of undermining Moldova’s democratic processes. The restrictive measures target efforts to destabilize the country through Russian-funded influence operations and systematic vote-buying ahead of the September 2025 parliamentary elections.

UK moves to ban social media for under-16s

London outlines plans to restrict social media access for individuals under 16, citing systemic risks to minor safety. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that major platforms, including TikTok, Instagram, and X, face a mandatory exclusion of underage users.

CNAM Launches ‘Ana’ AI virtual assistant for healthcare access

The National Health Insurance Company (CNAM) has launched “Ana,” an AI-driven virtual assistant integrated into its official web portal. This initiative marks a strategic move to digitize public healthcare services in Moldova.

PACE rapporteurs visit Moldova to assess reform progress

Co-rapporteurs from the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), Zanda Kalniņa-Lukaševica and Antonio Gutiérrez Limones, are on a fact-finding mission to Moldova from June 14 to 17. The visit focuses on evaluating recent political developments and ongoing state reforms.

Moldova joins EIT innovation hub to accelerate green mobility

Moldova’s Ministry of Energy and the EIT Urban Mobility Innovation Hub East signed a Memorandum of Understanding on June 15, 2026. This agreement formalizes a strategic partnership to modernize the nation’s energy sector and mobility infrastructure.

Rising childhood myopia: expert guide to digital strain and prevention

Pediatric ophthalmologists are reporting a concerning surge in childhood myopia. Experts attribute this trend to early, prolonged exposure to digital screens, exacerbated by a sedentary lifestyle.

US and Iran agree to end maritime blockade, reopen Hormuz

The United States and Iran have reached an agreement to end hostilities and restore navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump confirmed the deal, authorizing an immediate cessation of the U.S. naval blockade.

Moldova concludes gymnasium exams for over 7,000 students

Over 7,000 students across the Republic of Moldova conclude their national gymnasium examinations on Monday, June 15. The final test focuses on Romanian language and literature.

Taiwan launches intelligence portal to solicit information from China

Taiwan’s National Security Bureau (NSB) launched a secure portal on Sunday, June 14, inviting Chinese citizens to report sensitive information regarding the mainland’s intelligence operations. Taipei intends this platform to leverage internal dissatisfaction to challenge the current regime.