US oil sanctions throw EU into chaos as Romania refinery faces November 21 deadline

The looming US sanctions against Lukoil and Rosneft have thrown European Union nations—where the two Russian oil giants operate—into chaos. Countries are scrambling to secure fuel supply before the Lukoil sanctions take full effect on November 21.

Key history conference strengthens Romanian-Moldovan academic dialogue

Over 80 historians, researchers, and university professors from the Republic of Moldova, Romania, Hungary, and Ukraine have convened for the 9th International Scientific History Conference, titled "Latinity, Romanity, Romanianness."

Pentagon shifts to 'wartime acquisition system

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth unveiled a radical overhaul of the Pentagon acquisition process, allowing the military to procure technology faster amid escalating global threats, reports The Guardian.

Vertical Corridor expansion boosts energy security

Gas transmission system operators Vestmoldtransgaz (Moldova), DESFA (Greece), Bulgartransgaz EAD (Bulgaria), Transgaz (Romania), and Gas TSO of Ukraine, alongside ICGB AD (the independent operator of the Greece-Bulgaria Interconnector), have issued a joint letter to national energy regulators.

Widespread power outages hit Ukraine after massive Russian strikes

On the night of November 8, Russian attacks on Ukraine intensified, deploying a barrage of drones and missiles across the country.

Violent storms and Brazil tornado near Iguaçu Falls

At least five fatalities and about 130 injuries were reported after a powerful Brazilian tornado ripped through a small town in the southern Brazilian state of Paraná, local authorities confirmed.

Trade & tradition: Made in Moldova shines at Iași Fair

Moldovan wines, artisanal cheeses, bee honey, and even natural cosmetics are captivating the residents of Iași, Romania.

TRM begins search for Eurovision 2026 representative

The national broadcaster, Teleradio-Moldova (TRM), has officially opened the registration for selecting the Moldova Representative at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026.

EU tightens visa restrictions for Russian citizens, imposing single-entry rule

The European Union (EU) is tightening visa restrictions for Russian citizens, the European Commission announced. Moving forward, Russians will no longer be eligible for multiple-entry visas; instead, they will be issued single-entry visas valid only for a specific, single trip into the Schengen area.

Why international students choose to study in Moldova

Young people from 24 countries have chosen the Republic of Moldova for university studies. The incoming cohort includes students from expected places like Israel and India, but also from as far as China, Germany, and France, all admitted to Moldovan universities.

Putin nepotism scandal: Record state appointments for family

Russian President Vladimir Putin has allegedly helped at least 24 of his close relatives secure high-level positions within state bodies.

Maia Sandu, Metsola meeting after major EU report

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola is set to deliver a key address this Friday morning, November 7, to the Moldovan Legislature in Chișinău. The speech will mark the formal constitution of the 12th Parliament.