Ukraine-Russia war: Zelenskyy's aides to hold talks with Trump's team

Members of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's team are to meet representatives of the Donald Trump administration in New York on Friday, 29 August, in an attempt to find a solution to the war with Russia, according to AFP.

Moscow court sentences man for treason over Ukraine charity donation

A Russian man has been sentenced to 15 years for treason by a Moscow court after he donated $500 to a Ukrainian charity.

Trump's tariffs and policy changes blamed for US renewable energy decline

US renewable energy investments have plummeted this year as developers react to policy changes from the White House, a new report says.

Russia’s pension problem: Citizens urged to save

Russians should start personally saving for retirement between the ages of 35 and 40 because the state cannot guarantee adequate payments, a Moscow regional parliament member has said.

Moldova: The female army major and the UN peacekeeping mission

A military officer with the Ministry of Justice, Major Stela Alexandrov chose her career out of a lifelong belief in values such as honesty, integrity, and discipline—principles that have guided her entire career.

Why Moldova is becoming a top destination for medical tourism

Moldova is emerging as a popular destination for international patients, who are increasingly choosing private clinics for high-quality, modern medical services at affordable prices.

Meet the people building Moldova's future in new "The Country Is Us" campaign

To mark Independence Day, the public broadcaster Moldova 1 has launched a new campaign, "The Country Is Us." The project highlights the stories of ordinary but remarkable people who, through their work and passion, help build Moldova's future.

Lars Klingbeil: Germany's commitment to Ukraine won't collapse

Russian President Vladimir Putin must be aware that Germany's support for Ukraine is unwavering, German Finance Minister and Vice-Chancellor Lars Klingbeil said during a surprise visit to Kyiv on Monday.

Sanaa Airstrikes: Six dead as Israel hits Houthi targets in Yemen

Six people were killed and 86 injured in Israeli airstrikes on the Yemeni capital, Sanaa, on Sunday, Reuters reports. The Houthi health ministry later confirmed the death toll.

Moldova parcel shipments to US halted by new Trump executive order

Moldova's national postal service has temporarily suspended shipping parcels to the United States. The measure, which came into effect on Monday, August 25, does not affect letters and documents, which can still be sent.

J.D. Vance says 'energetic diplomacy' could end Ukraine war

Speaking in an interview with US broadcaster NBC, J.D. Vance, the country’s Vice President, said he was optimistic that Russia's war in Ukraine could be over within six months.

Russia-Ukraine war: Latest prisoner swap returns 146 soldiers and civilians

On Ukraine’s Independence Day, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a further prisoner swap with Russia, which saw a group of soldiers and civilians return home. Most of them had been held captive since 2022.