Russian diesel production declines as refinery strikes intensify

Gazprom Neft, the oil subsidiary of energy giant Gazprom, reported a net profit of 95.8 billion rubles ($1.35 billion) in the first quarter, marking a 3.5% decline compared to the same period last year, according to Reuters.

Russia recalls ambassador from Armenia over EU pivot

Russia has recalled its ambassador to Armenia, Sergey Kopyrkin, for consultations amid growing tensions over Yerevan’s closer alignment with the European Union.

Chisinau resident powers home with 90% solar efficiency

A resident of Chișinău, Dinu Bubulici, has significantly reduced household energy dependence by combining solar generation, insulation, and heat pump systems in a single integrated setup.

Moldova, Romania dismantle illegal migration network

Moldovan and Romanian border authorities have dismantled a cross-border migrant smuggling network operating along the Moldova-Romania border, detaining 14 people, including suspected facilitators and foreign nationals attempting to enter the European Union illegally.

Severe hailstorm hits northern Moldova villages on May 30

The northern districts of Moldova were hit on Saturday, May 30, by torrential rain accompanied by hail, according to local reports and social media footage.

Moldova and Sweden deepen EU single market cooperation

Moldova and Sweden have signed a memorandum to strengthen cooperation on the Republic of Moldova’s integration into the European Union’s Single Market. The agreement was concluded between the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization and the Swedish National Board of Trade.

Russian drone in Romania deliberately tested NATO unity, expert says

A recent Russian drone incursion into Romanian territory was a deliberate provocation intended to test NATO unity and intimidate Moldova, according to foreign policy analyst Paul Goble.

EU-backed grant helps Moldovan firm recycle rainwater

A catering company in the village of Șuri, Drochia district, has introduced a rainwater harvesting and reuse system with support from an EU-funded sustainability grant, reducing resource consumption and operating costs while strengthening environmental performance.

EU releases €16.4 billion in frozen funds to Hungary

The European Union will release €16.4 billion in funding for Hungary, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced on Friday. The decision followed a high-level meeting in Brussels with the newly appointed Hungarian Prime Minister, Peter Magyar.

Ukraine targets Russian oil hubs in Taganrog and Crimea

Ukrainian drones targeted Russian energy and port infrastructure overnight, sparking large-scale fires in the port city of Taganrog and occupied Crimea. Local open-source intelligence and social media footage indicated a coordinated, high-volume drone operation.

Moldova strengthens global security through UN peacekeeping missions

The National Army of Moldova is intensifying its commitment to global stability by expanding its participation in international peacekeeping operations. Beyond domestic infrastructure, the Ministry of Defense is prioritizing the advanced training of personnel to meet international standards.

Putin blames Ukraine for Romania drone crash as President Dan counters

A Russian military drone struck a 10-story residential building in the Romanian city of Galati. The kinetic impact triggered a severe fire in a top-floor apartment, injuring civilians and forcing emergency evacuations.