Support extended for returned migrants' economic activities

The deadline for submitting applications for support from Switzerland and UNDP to strengthen the economic activities of returned migrants has been extended until September 30th for three of the six initially announced categories.

Ukraine urges Mongolia to arrest Putin under ICC mandate

The Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called on the Mongolian authorities to carry out the mandate of the International Criminal Court (ICC) and arrest Vladimir Putin, who is scheduled to visit the country on September 3, according to Meduza.

Von der Leyen urges EU to enhance arms production and security

The European Union has not yet done enough to enhance its arms production capabilities in response to geopolitical threats, particularly Russia's war in Ukraine, Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, said on Friday, according to Reuters.

Eurovision 2025: Basel wins bid over Geneva

The Swiss city of Basel has been chosen to host the Eurovision Song Contest in 2025.

Gaza pauses fighting for polio vaccination amid WHO effort

Israel and Hamas have agreed to three separate pauses in the fighting in Gaza, divided by zones, over the course of three days, to facilitate the vaccination of 640,000 children against polio.

Yellow Code fire danger warning issued for August 31 to September 6

The Moldovan State Hydrometeorological Service has issued a Yellow Code fire danger warning for the entire country, effective from August 31 to September 6.

Moldova education sector sees 15% boost in young specialists this year

The number of young specialists choosing to work in schools, starting from September 1, has increased by 15% compared to the previous year, Minister of Education and Research Dan Perciun announced at a press conference.

Romanian FM warns of intensified Russian hybrid threats in region

The intensification of Russia's hybrid actions against states in our region is evident, Romanian Foreign Minister Luminița Odobescu stated on Thursday in an interview with AGERPRES.

Israel secures funds to settle debt with Moldova for Uman pilgrimage

The Israeli Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs have identified a budget source to cover the debt owed to the Republic of Moldova for services provided to Hasidic Jews last year.

Putin to visit Mongolia despite ICC arrest warrant

Russian President Vladimir Putin, who faces an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC) for the "illegal deportation" of Ukrainian children will travel to Mongolia on Tuesday.

Romanian President Iohannis and Maia Sandu to discuss cooperation

The President of Romania, Klaus Iohannis, is scheduled to visit the Republic of Moldova on Saturday, which coincides with the National Day of the Romanian Language.

New amendments: Over 38 million USD for Moldova's development

The members of the Foreign Policy and European Integration Committee have approved the initiation of negotiations and the signing of two amendments: one to the Agreement on Assistance for Strengthening Participatory Democracy and another to the Agreement on Assistance for Sustainable Economic Growth Anchored in European Integration.