Kiev orders new mandatory evacuations of children from frontline communities

Ukrainian authorities have ordered a mandatory evacuation of children from two districts in the Zaporozhye region (south) heavily shelled by the Russians, CNN reports.

Cristian Pîrvulescu: Outside the EU it is very difficult to achieve prosperity

Romanian political scientist Cristian Pîrvulescu spoke on the show "In Context" on the public TV channel Moldova 1 that Ukraine's victory is not simple. The enlargement of the European Union and the restoration of territorial integrity depend to a large extent on Ukraine's success and at the same time public opinion is very important. At the moment these processes are not unanimous at European level, because Russia is trying to use some national governments to prevent Western support for Ukraine.

Wildfires rage in Greece as Spain hit by storm

A powerful storm has hit several regions of Spain, leaving several people injured and infrastructure damaged. A cruise ship broke loose from the dock and collided with an oil tanker due to strong winds and waves of up to four metres. Several people suffered minor injuries. The nightmare on board lasted about two hours. Meanwhile, wildfires continue to burn out of control in northeastern Greece. Firefighters are battling the flames, and authorities say the fire could spread to even larger areas in the coming period.

Bookfest Chișinău 2023: Largest International Book Fair in Moldova returns

The sixth edition of Bookfest Chișinău, the largest international book fair in Moldova, will take place from August 30 to September 3, 2023. The fair is supported by the Romanian government's Department for Relations with Moldova (DRRM).

Russia intensifies missile strikes on Ukraine, killing at least three

Russian missiles killed at least two people and injured five others in a strike on a vegetable oil factory in the central Ukrainian region of Poltava on Monday, according to Ukrainian officials.

Ukrainian president says victory will help Moldova, Georgia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said in an interview with Radio Svoboda that he believes Ukraine's victory in the war with Russia will lead to the restoration of the territorial integrity of Moldova and Georgia, as well as democratic changes in Belarus.

Comrat marks Independence Day with a variety of events

Comrat, the capital of the Gagauz Autonomous Region of Moldova, celebrated Independence Day on Sunday with a cycling race, concerts, and other events.

Moldova leaders meet with citizens on Independence Day

On Independence Day, the head of the Moldovan legislature and the cabinet of ministers met with citizens in a square behind the government building. The meeting was an opportunity for citizens to voice their concerns and for the government to hear from the people they serve.

Pope Francis condemns misinformation as 'first sin of journalism'

Pope Francis on Saturday condemned "misinformation" and fake news, which he said are "the first sin of journalism" in an attempt to influence public opinion.

Prigozhin, Russian mercenary leader, confirmed dead in plane crash

The death of Russian mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin has been confirmed by the Russian Investigative Committee, according to AFP.

Romania requests EU to extend Ukraine grain import restrictions

Romania has requested that the European Commission extend restrictions on imports of grains from Ukraine until the end of this year, add two new products to the list (oil and honey), and provide 30 euros per ton support for Romanian farmers exporting grains, reported by Hotnews.ro.

3 US Marines killed, 20 injured in Osprey crash in Australia

Three US Marines were killed and 20 others were injured in a crash of an Osprey aircraft in Australia on Sunday, according to BBC News. The MV-22B Osprey crashed while en route to Tiwi Island, north of Darwin. Five other Marines are in critical condition.