VIDEO // The US Ambassador to Chisinau congratulates the people of Bessarabia on the occasion of Christmas: We send you sincere wishes for peace, health and prosperity

The Ambassador of the United States of America in Chisinau, Kent Logsdon, together with his wife Michelle Logsdon came up with a greeting in Romanian for the citizens of Moldova who celebrate Christmas new style. In a post on social networks, the American diplomat wishes Moldovans peace, health and prosperity.

Russia, Ukraine report six civilians killed in attacks on Kherson, Horlivka

Russian attacks on southern Ukraine's Kherson region killed five civilians on Sunday, Ukrainian officials said, while Russian-installed officials in the eastern town of Horlivka said one person was killed in result of Kyiv's shelling, Reuters reports.

At least 70 killed in Israeli strike on refugee camp in central Gaza, health ministry says

An Israeli airstrike on a refugee camp in central Gaza has killed at least 70 people, Palestinian health officials have said as they warned the toll was likely to rise and the strikes that began hours before midnight continued into Christmas Day, The Guardian reports.

Dorin Recean: "At Christmas, we share the joy of this holiday - a symbol of light, peace and unity"

Prime Minister Dorin Recean sent a congratulatory message to all those celebrating Christmas new style. The Prime Minister noted that Christmas is a symbol of light, peace and unity and the holiday that brings us together with family and friends.

Christians celebrate the Nativity of God

Today, December 25, Christians celebrate Christmas new style, according to the Gregorian calendar. People go to church in the morning and then meet with their families for a festive meal to celebrate the birth of Jesus.

Holiday border boom strains capacity

Moldovans returning home for the holidays encountered significant delays at the Albița-Leușeni border crossing this weekend, with traffic volumes nearly doubling compared to normal.

Tradition meets budget: Navigating Moldova's Christmas feast

While the vibrant buzz of Christmas shopping fills the air at Chisinau's central market, a subtle tension simmers beneath the surface.

Iran drone targets tanker, escalates Indian ocean tensions

A drone originating from Iran struck a chemical tanker in the Indian Ocean on Saturday morning, raising concerns about heightened regional tensions, according to the U.S. Department of Defense.

Moderate quake hits Romania's Vrancea, second strongest in 2023

A moderate earthquake measuring 4.0 on the Richter scale jolted the Vrancea seismic zone in eastern Romania on Sunday, December 24, 2023, at 8:06 AM local time.

Moldova's Sandu eyes re-election, seeks EU referendum

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has opened the door to seeking a second term in the 2024 elections, while advocating for a public referendum on the country's future path towards European Union (EU) membership.

Ukrainian spirit meets German solidarity in ongoing conflict

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock reiterated her nation's unwavering support for Ukraine, condemning Russian President Vladimir Putin's alleged pursuit of the country's "destruction" through the ongoing invasion, as reported by Agerpres.

Hamas war enters 11th week: International leaders deliberate on the crisis

Israel is intensifying efforts to gain complete control of the northern Gaza Strip from Hamas militants, prompting discussions between American and Israeli leaders on the 11-week-long conflict, as reported by Reuters.