Ukraine makes gains in eastern Ukraine, liberates two villages

Ukraine announced that it shot down 18 Russian drones and 17 missiles fired by Russian forces. In total, the enemy launched 24 drones in the Odessa and Mykolaiv regions of southern Ukraine.

Hasidic Jews return home through Moldova

Hasidic Jews who travelled to Uman, Ukraine, to celebrate Rosh Hashanah will begin returning home through Moldova today.

11 Ukrainian migrants caught crossing Moldova-Ukraine border

Border police in Moldova have caught 11 Ukrainian men who illegally crossed the border from Ukraine. A 24-year-old man is suspected of being a guide for the group. The organisers of the illegal migration operation were to receive over 40,000 euros.

FCSB edge Farul Constanța in controversial penalty decision

FCSB won a narrow 1-0 victory over Farul Constanța in the 9th round of the Romanian Super League on Saturday, with the match being decided by a controversial penalty awarded to the visitors in the 55th minute.

Maia Sandu and Nicu Popescu to attend UN General Assembly

President Maia Sandu will lead the Republic of Moldova's delegation to the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly, starting today, as well as a series of other related events. Minister of Foreign Affairs Nicu Popescu is also part of the delegation, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration (MAEIE) announced.

Death toll from Derna floods in Libya rises to at least 11,300

The death toll from the devastating floods in the eastern Libyan city of Derna has risen to at least 11,300, according to a UN report released on Saturday. Search efforts for the dead are ongoing, while some residents complain that local authorities are not moving quickly to help them.

Moldova to eliminate 20% of regulations to boost entrepreneurship

The Government of Moldova has approved a new program to promote entrepreneurship and increase competitiveness. The program aims to support the development of sustainable economic growth in Moldova, specifically productive, competitive, and innovative businesses.

Moldovan diaspora organises first European Economic Forum in Paris

Representatives of the Moldovan diaspora from several European countries organised the first European Economic Forum in Paris today. The event was aimed at highlighting the importance of Moldova's European path and the active involvement of the diaspora in promoting the country's image at the entrepreneurial level.

Cervical cancer screening made more accessible for women in rural Moldova

The Ministry of Health of Moldova is working on a project to implement telemedicine in cervical cancer screening centres in the country's districts. The project aims to increase access to quality cervical cancer screening services for women in rural areas.

Shakespearean anniversary in Chisinau: First Folio exhibition held

The 400th anniversary of the publication of the First Folio of Shakespeare's Complete Works in 1623 was celebrated in Chisinau, Moldova, as well.

EU Commission President visits Lampedusa to assess migrant crisis

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visited a crowded migrant reception centre on the Italian island of Lampedusa on Sunday, after Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called for EU assistance.

Moldova launches free digital skills courses for seniors

In Moldova, seven out of 10 people over the age of 60 cannot use the internet or a high-performance phone. So now older people can sign up for free digital skills development courses and attend various social activities.