The Greek government has described the deaths of more than 79 migrants as the biggest tragedy of its kind in Greece

The Greek government has described the deaths of at least 79 people in a shipwreck as the biggest migrant tragedy to occur in Greece. Several hundred people are still missing, the BBC reports.

The concept of creating a specialised anti-corruption court discussed by Maia Sandu, foreign diplomats and civil society

President Maia Sandu today held discussions on the text of the concept paper on the creation of the specialised anti-corruption court. The discussions were attended by representatives of the diplomatic corps accredited in Chisinau, development partners, representatives of civil society and the media specialised in the fields of justice and anti-corruption.

Viorel Cibotaru: The Republic of Moldova could join the North Atlantic Alliance Enhanced Programme

The Republic of Moldova could join the North Atlantic Alliance Enhanced Programme. Once our country joins this programme, it will benefit from NATO intelligence, strengthen security, economy and attract investments. The statement was made by Moldova's Ambassador to Belgium, Viorel Cibotaru. According to him, this topic will be on the agenda of the NATO Summit in Vilnius on 11-12 July.

NATO chief calls for new weapons and ammunition for Ukrainian counter-offensive

After a week of heavy fighting, the real test of Ukraine's counter-offensive to liberate Russian-occupied territory has yet to begin, while NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg on Wednesday called for more Western military aid for the Ukrainian army so it can continue the counteroffensive despite losses already suffered, international news agencies report.

Ala Nemerenco: Implementation of European Health legislation requires qualified staff

The Ministry of Health is working on a process to bring national legislation in line with the European legislation. More than 80 percent of the EU legislation has been fully transposed into Moldovan law, but for the other legislation to be brought in line, including its implementation, experienced staff is needed. The subject was discussed at the public hearings on the progress of the implementation of the Association Agreement between the Republic of Moldova and the European Union, held in Parliament on Wednesday.

Britain sends 2,000 troops to Romania for "specific military tasks"

The UK will send 2,000 military personnel to Romania for specific tasks, the British and Northern Ireland ambassador to Bucharest, Andrew Noble, said on Wednesday at the opening of a security and defence exhibition, reports caleaeuropeana.ro.

CC meeting on the verification of the constitutionality of the political party "Șor" interrupted until June 19

The meeting of the Constitutional Court (CC) to examine the Government's application for verification of the constitutionality of the "Sor" party has been adjourned until 19 June, after hearing the final arguments of the parties. The next sitting will continue with the parties' replies and the deliberation of the judges' decision.

Igor Grosu: The Republic of Moldova will obtain air defence systems with the support of the European Peace Facility programme

The Republic of Moldova will get air defence systems in the near future through the European Peace Facility, the statement was made to Radio Moldova by Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu. According to the head of the legislature, the authorities in Chisinau will continue to take measures to equip the National Army with defence systems and combat the dangers coming from the Russian Federation.

Former Ukrainian judge Mikola Ceaus sentenced to 10 years in prison

Ukraine's High Anti-Corruption Court has found former judge of the Dnipro court in Kiev Mikola Ceaus guilty of bribery and sentenced him to 10 years in prison, Ukrainska Pravda reports. He was immediately detained in the courtroom.

Deputy Prime Minister Nicu Popescu met French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna in Paris

Moldova's Head of Diplomacy Nicu Popescu started his working visit in Paris with a meeting with Catherine Colonna, Minister of Foreign Affairs of France. The officials discussed Moldova's European course and welcomed the discussions within the European Union on accelerated enlargement, an issue also mentioned by President Macron at his press conference during the European Political Community Summit in Moldova.

A former deputy prime minister will face the law for making false statements. PA refers case to court

The Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office announces the completion of the criminal prosecution and referral to court for examination of the merits of the criminal case against a former deputy minister of economy of the Republic of Moldova, charging him with the crime of false statements.

Intensive vehicle traffic in PTF Leuseni-Albița

At the border crossing point (PTF) Leuseni-Albița, in the evening of Sunday, June 11, there is intensive traffic of passengers and means of transport, in both directions of travel, entry and exit from the Republic of Moldova, informs the Border Police.