Pro-Russian politician wins Slovakia’s parliamentary election

A party headed by a pro-Kremlin figure came out top after securing more votes than expected in an election in Slovakia, preliminary results show, in what will likely pose a challenge to NATO and EU unity on Ukraine, CNN reports.

Aviation crisis in Moldova: Flights down 25%, fares up

The number of direct destinations from Chisinau International Airport has fallen by 25% in the past year, from 50 to 37. Cities such as Budapest, Turin, and Liverpool are no longer available on online flight schedules.

Nocturna Bibliotecilor celebrates 14th edition

"Library-sound-image-colour" is the theme of the Nocturna Bibliotecilor (Library Night), a new, creative approach to the evening activities of libraries. The book and reading promotion campaign was held simultaneously in Romania and Moldova, as part of a partnership between the National Associations of Librarians from both countries.

Moldova's prison system has a shortage of 55 medical staff

Even though the state, with the support of external partners, is making significant efforts to ensure that prisoners have better conditions and quality medical care, another problem is the shortage of medical staff. Currently, the National Administration of Penitentiaries needs 55 medical workers.

New York City declares state of emergency after flooding

New York City authorities have declared a state of emergency after torrential rains caused flooding in parts of the city.

Ons Jabeur wins Ningbo Open, confirms status as top seed

Ons Jabeur, the top seed at the WTA Ningbo Open, confirmed her status as the tournament's favourite by winning the title on Sunday.

Maia Sandu: Education is a national priority

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has called for education to be a national priority, saying that the quality of life in the country depends on the quality of education that children receive.

Romanian Defense Ministry: Russian drones may have violated airspace near Galați

The Romanian Defense Ministry (MApN) said on Friday evening that it had detected groups of drones heading for Ukrainian territory near the border with Romania.

Russia launches new drone attack on Ukraine's south

Russia has launched a new drone attack on Ukraine's south, using Shahed kamikaze drones, Ukrainian media reported. Ukrainian southern forces also reported that an infrastructure object in the Vinnytsia region was damaged in the attacks.

Moldova's external debt rises by nearly 7%

Moldova's external debt rose by 6.8% in the first half of 2023, reaching $10.2 billion, according to preliminary data from the National Bank of Moldova (BNM). The debt-to-GDP ratio increased to 67.2%, up 1.1 percentage points from the end of 2022.

Moldova to continue to import electricity from Transnistria

Energocom, the state-owned energy company of Moldova, has extended its contract with the Cuciurgan thermal power plant for one month, until October 31, 2023.

Turkey to supply Moldova with natural gas, price unknown

Turkey will supply Moldova with two million cubic metres of natural gas per day, starting on October 1, according to an agreement signed on September 28.