Zelensky warns Trump peace plan risks Ukraine’s security

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned on Monday that Donald Trump’s team is seeking a swift end to the war by demanding unilateral territorial concessions, a move he says endangers national security.

Moldova to launch EU-style deposit return scheme by 2026

Moldova is accelerating its transition to a circular economy, with plans to implement a national Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) for packaging as early as 2026. The Ministry of Environment is currently evaluating two applications to select a single national administrator for the programme.

Moldova State Railway extends technical unemployment amid fuel crisis

Moldova’s state railway operator, Calea Ferată a Moldovei (CFM), has extended technical unemployment for 600 employees for a fifth consecutive month. The decision, announced on Monday, March 30, comes as the company struggles with rising fuel costs and systemic liquidity shortages.

Moldova avoids emergency blackouts despite Russian strikes on grid

Moldova has managed to meet its full electricity demand in recent days without resorting to emergency supplies, despite a heavy reliance on imports following Russian strikes on regional energy infrastructure.

Belgium’s sex work labor law faces collapse as few sign up

Belgium’s pioneering attempt to normalise the sex industry through formal employment contracts is facing a "brutal awakening." Since December 2024, the law has granted sex workers the right to legal contracts, maternity leave, and unemployment benefits. However, administrative data reveals a significant gap between legislative intent and reality.

Second Shahed drone enters Moldova airspace near Transnistria

A second Shahed-type drone violated Moldova’s airspace on Tuesday morning, according to the Ministry of Defence. The incident occurred just hours after a similar breach was reported overnight.

Moldova denies entry to former Transnistrian official Ruslan Mova

Moldovan border authorities have denied entry to Ruslan Mova, the former head of the internal affairs department in the breakaway Transnistria region. The incident occurred on Sunday evening at the Chisinau International Airport following a flight from Istanbul.

EU urges oil and gas cuts as Iran war threatens energy supplies

The European Commission has urged member states to consider reducing oil and gas consumption, particularly in the transport sector, as it prepares for a "prolonged disruption" of energy supplies caused by the war in Iran.

Moldova’s ruling PAS party names new lawmaker as Botgros resigns

Moldova’s Central Electoral Commission (CEC) is set to validate Silvia Bondarenco as the newest member of Parliament on Tuesday, representing the pro-Western Action and Solidarity Party (PAS).

Italy face Bosnia test as Kosovo eye historic World Cup spot

Europe’s final four World Cup play-off spots will be decided tonight, with all matches kicking off at 20:45 GMT. Italy, having missed the last two World Cups, face a high-stakes trip to Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Moldova may delay 2026-27 gas buys amid price volatility

Moldova’s state energy enterprise, Energocom, has largely depleted its commercial gas stocks following peak winter demand. However, the company confirms that strategic security reserves remain untouched and sufficient for national grid balancing.

Moldovans face final day for discounted health insurance

Unemployed and self-employed citizens in Moldova have one day left to pay their mandatory health insurance premiums at a significantly reduced rate.