Scandinavia shivers: Record cold grips Nordic region

A frigid blast from Siberia has plunged Scandinavia into record-breaking chills, while storm Henk unleashed fury across Western Europe, causing disruptions and claiming a life, as reported by The Guardian.

Israel begins strategic troop withdrawal from gaza, shifting focus in the conflict

In a significant development, Israel has initiated the withdrawal of some troops from the Gaza Strip, marking the beginning of the third phase of the ongoing conflict.

Moldova's pensions: More reassessments for extended work

Moldova's National Social Insurance House (CNAS) is broadening its pension reassessment program, offering potential increases to more individuals who continue working past retirement age or contribute additional years towards disability pensions.

Israel investigates Hamas-led massacre: Unprecedented legal proceedings

In a significant post-conflict development, Israel is investigating the massacre carried out on October 7, 2023, by the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas and its affiliated factions.

EU helm shifts: Belgium prioritises Ukraine, future, and unity

Belgium officially took over the rotating presidency of the European Union at midnight today, marking the 13th time the nation has held the mantle, as reported by digi24.ro.

China reiterates reunification, Taiwan holds firm before elections

Chinese President Xi Jinping's New Year's address affirmed Beijing's unwavering commitment to "inevitable" reunification with Taiwan, marking a firmer tone just weeks before Taiwan's crucial presidential and parliamentary elections.

Amid global tensions, NATO pledges european security

Acknowledging ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, NATO Deputy Secretary General Mircea Geoană characterised 2023 as a "difficult year."

EU-Moldova ties blossom in 2023: Accession talks launched

Despite a year marked by global and regional uncertainties, the European Union and Moldova solidified their partnership in 2023, achieving key milestones that bode well for the future.

Moldova justice reforms: Progress in 2023, challenges remain

Moldova's Justice Minister, Veronica Mihailov-Moraru, acknowledged both progress and hurdles in the country's ongoing justice reforms during 2023.

Moldova military celebrates progress: Nosatîi pledges commitment

Moldova's Defense Ministry hailed 2023 as a year of impactful achievements, crediting the dedication of its personnel at home and abroad.

Alexei Buzu: The deficit in the pension budget in 2024 is about 30%

In 2024, the deficit in the pension budget is about 30 percent, which is 6.3 billion lei, money that the Government will cover from the state budget, said the Minister of Labor and Social Protection, Alexei Buzu, in the show "Public Space" from Radio Moldova. According to the official, there is no risk of the pension system collapsing.

Moldova's shifting sands: Protests, reform, and unresolved tensions

Moldova in 2023 was a political landscape in flux, defined by internal clashes, reshuffled power dynamics, and persistent external pressures.