European Parliament debates "Predatorgate" as Greek spying scandal threatens Mitsotakis administration

The European Parliament is convening in a landmark plenary session today, Wednesday, March 11, to address a critical breach of democratic norms: the "Predatorgate" surveillance scandal in Greece.

US and Israel escalate strikes on Iran as Tehran warns of internal crackdown

US and Israeli forces maintained a cycle of retaliatory airstrikes against Iranian targets across the Middle East on Wednesday, March 11. The conflict, now in its 12th day, continues to threaten the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for one-fifth of the world’s energy supply.

Multiple fatalities reported after bus catches fire in Chiètres, Switzerland

Fribourg Cantonal Police confirmed multiple deaths and injuries after a passenger coach was engulfed in flames on Tuesday night in Chiètres, western Switzerland.

The 1,070,000 milestone: Favour Ogechi Ani secures Guinness World Record through 70-day endurance feat

Favour Ogechi Ani has officially secured her place in the Guinness World Records after counting aloud to 1,070,000. The Nigerian youth completed the marathon task over 70 days, broadcasting the entire attempt live on YouTube.

Moldova declares energy alert as Middle East conflict triggers fuel price surge

The Moldovan government has declared a 60-day state of energy alert effective March 4, responding to extreme market volatility caused by the Middle East conflict.

Strategic shift: Moldova decouples from Gazprom by 2026

Moldova’s Energy Minister, Dorin Junghietu, has ruled out returning to a long-term supply contract with Gazprom. Speaking on the "Rezoomat" program, Junghietu emphasized that the nation will instead accelerate its integration into the European energy market to ensure national security.

Trump signals looming conclusion to Iran conflict amid large-scale infrastructure degradation

President Donald Trump has asserted that the conflict with Iran is nearing a decisive conclusion, citing the near-total depletion of the Iranian navy and munitions. The statements triggered an immediate decline in global oil prices.

Most market fruits and vegetables are safe; non-compliant lots don’t reach consumers, ANSA

Most fruits and vegetables available in stores and markets in the Republic of Moldova are safe to eat, according to data from the National Food Safety Agency (ANSA). Last year, over 91% of the samples analyzed were found to comply with legal pesticide limits.

Valeriu Chiveri discusses Transnistrian settlement in Bucharest

Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, Valeriu Chiveri, met with Romanian officials in Bucharest to discuss recent developments in the Transnistrian conflict resolution process. They also covered the regional security situation and the coordination of efforts to support the Republic of Moldova's stability and resilience.

António Costa urges EU ambassadors to prepare the “next enlargement”, including Moldova and Ukraine

The future of Ukraine, Moldova, and six Western Balkan states lies within the European Union, but decisive steps, including in Brussels, are needed to make enlargement a reality in the coming years.

Oil slicks on the Nistru prompt monitoring; Soroca may halt water pumping

Environmental authorities were alerted after oil slicks appeared on the Nistru near Naslavcea and Otaci on the afternoon of Tuesday, March 10. Specialists are investigating the pollution source and monitoring the situation.

Energy Ministry proposes new rules for gas reserves for the left bank of the Nistru

The entity responsible for supplying natural gas to the Transnistrian region must create reserves that cover at least 15 percent of the average annual consumption of all consumers on the left bank of the Nistru, calculated over the past five years. The new rules appear in a draft law on strengthening the security of natural gas supply for the left bank region, presented on March 10 by the Ministry of Energy.