Alexandru Bălan, former deputy director of SIS, placed in custody for 30 days in Romania

Alexandru Bălan, the former deputy head of the Intelligence and Security Service (SIS) of the Republic of Moldova, was placed under preventive arrest for 30 days, according to Romanian media reports. This court decision can be appealed. He is accused of disclosing state secrets concerning Romania to KGB officers in Belarus.

Clandestine border factory dismantled, smuggled cigarettes seized

Another illegal cigarette factory was uncovered by law enforcement near the Romanian border. A foreigner was arrested, according to a statement from the Customs Service.

Political analyst: Russia’s hybrid war on Moldova targets the EU and democracy

The Republic of Moldova is at the forefront of confronting the hybrid influence of the Russian Federation. The elections on September 28 represent not only a test of internal democracy but also a security challenge for the entire region. Political analyst Laurențiu Pleșca said in a special edition of Moldova 1 TV that Moscow has refined its destabilization tactics, employing electoral corruption, disinformation, and the infiltration of institutions as strategic tools against European Union (EU) states.

French PM François Bayrou resigns after vote

President Emmanuel Macron is searching for his fifth prime minister in under two years after opposition parties united to oust center-right premier François Bayrou over his unpopular plans for budget austerity.

Ambassador Kulminski: Washington has 'clear openness' to Moldova

The Moldovan ambassador to the US, Vlad Kulminski, says there is a "clear openness" in Washington towards his country and its people. Mr Kulminski was speaking to Teleradio-Moldova after he presented his credentials to US President Donald Trump.

The caffeine problem: Why energy drinks pose a serious risk for teenagers

Energy drinks have become increasingly popular with teenagers and young adults. They are often seen as a quick fix for tiredness and a way to boost focus.

Russia to quit European anti-torture convention over Navalny death inquiry

Vladimir Putin is seeking to withdraw Russia from the European Convention for the Prevention of Torture, submitting a bill to the State Duma to denounce the treaty.

France: Emmanuel Macron to find new PM as Bayrou government falls

The French government has collapsed after Prime Minister François Bayrou lost a no-confidence vote in the National Assembly.

Trump to talk to Putin about Ukraine war

Donald Trump has said he is "unhappy" with the war in Ukraine, following Russia's latest massive drone and missile attack on its neighbour. The DW news agency reported the comments.

Moldova International Dog Show: Top dogs from across Europe

More than 200 dogs took part in an international show in Chișinău over the last weekend. Impressive demonstrations and interactive activities were a highlight for both participants and spectators.

Four killed in Jerusalem shooting attack, Israeli police say attackers dead

Four people were killed and 15 wounded in a shooting attack Monday morning on the outskirts of Jerusalem.

Vatican canonises Carlo Acutis, a saint for the digital generation

Pope Leo XIV has canonised Carlo Acutis, an Italian teenager hailed as the 'patron saint of the internet', the Vatican has announced.