Germany delivers two more Patriot missile batteries to Ukraine

Germany is reinforcing Ukraine's air defences with two more Patriot missile batteries, according to an official list of military aid for Kiev updated weekly by the German government, dpa and Agerpres reported on Thursday.

Dozens of Moldovan companies included in the Export Missions Romania programme

Fifty five companies from the Republic of Moldova have been included in the Export Missions Romania programme, which provides a strategic platform to encourage collaboration between business, international trade experts and government institutions from both countries, Ion Iordachi, Acting Director of the Investment Agency, told a press conference.

Monetary policy decision of the NBM: The base rate is maintained at the current level

The National Bank of Moldova will maintain the base rate applied to the main short-term monetary policy operations at the current level of 6 percent per annum. The rates on overnight loans and deposits will also remain unchanged at 8 per cent per annum and 4 per cent per annum, respectively, as well as the required reserve ratio in both lei and foreign currency.

The Latvian Ambassador ends his mandate: Diplomat met with Maia Sandu

Ambassador of the Republic of Latvia Uldis Mikuts ends his diplomatic mission in the Republic of Moldova. The official had a meeting with President Maia Sandu, who "appreciated the good friendly relations between our countries and thanked the diplomat for his efforts in boosting bilateral cooperation".

US: Man shot dead by FBI agents for threatening to kill White House leader

A man wanted for months by US authorities for threatening to kill President Joe Biden has been shot dead by FBI agents in Utah, hours before a planned visit to the state by the White House leader, Euronews.co.uk reports.

Ecuador presidential candidate shot at election rally

Fernando Villavicencio, a member of the country's National Assembly, was attacked Wednesday as he left the event in the northern city of Quito. A member of his campaign team told local media that Villavicencio was getting into a car when a man stepped forward and shot him in the head. Current president Guillermo Lasso has vowed that "the crime will not go unpunished", reports the BBC.

United States and Canada announce new sanctions against Belarus

The United States and Canada on Wednesday announced new sanctions against Belarus, three years after massive protests that challenged the re-election of President Aleksandr Lukashenko, whose government described criticism from the European Union as "false accusations", AFP and Agerpres report on Thursday.

Russia claims to have shot down 13 Ukrainian drones near Crimea and Moscow

The Russian Defence Ministry announced early Thursday that it had shot down 13 drones, 11 of them near Crimea and two flying towards Moscow, following several similar attacks in recent days, according to AFP.

Russian gas exports will fall 2.5 times this year compared to before the war in Ukraine

Due to the loss of the European market, Russian pipeline gas exports will fall from 206 billion cubic meters in 2021 to just 80 billion cubic meters this year, writes economica.net.

Moldovan farmers threaten new protests

Moldovan farmers could take to the streets again from 14 August if the government fails to meet their demands, the Farmers' Force Association says. Farmers cite a "disastrous" situation in the sector, characterised by derisory new crop prices, exorbitant production costs and pressure from creditors.

Russia strengthens its military forces as Finland joins NATO

Russia will strengthen its forces on its western borders following Finland's accession to NATO, Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shigu told a meeting of the ministry's governing council today. So-called "threats to Russia's military security require an adequate and timely response," he said, reports Reuters. NATO member Poland, on the other hand, has already announced plans to strengthen its army and also expects significant Alliance forces and weaponry to be deployed to Finland.

Latvia has joined the G7 declaration on "security assurances" for Ukraine

Latvia has joined the G7 declaration in support of Ukraine, Baltic State Prime Minister Kristianis Karinš said. The official pledged long-term support to Ukraine in its war against the Russian aggressor.