Moldova needs to increase its presence in EU institutions, experts say

Moldova needs to increase its presence in European Union institutions, including the European Parliament, in order to better understand the EU's decision-making process and to advocate for its interests, experts told Radio Moldova.

Platforma DA launches election campaign in Moldova

The Platforma DA party launched its election campaign on Sunday for the November 5 local elections, both in Chișinău and across the country. The party’s candidate for mayor of Chișinău, Victor Chironda, urged people to vote for a European Chișinău.

Israel declares official war against Hamas

Israel's security cabinet announced on Sunday that the country is officially at war with the Hamas terrorist group and can undertake "significant military activity."

Turkey, China, UN call for end to violence in Israel-Palestine conflict

Ankara, Beijing, and the United Nations have all called for an end to the violence between Israel and Palestine, which has killed hundreds of people and displaced thousands more.

Russia tries to stop Moldova'\s EU bid, says PM

Moldova's Prime Minister Dorin Recean has accused Russia of trying to stop the country's bid to join the European Union.

Russia to use Hamas attack to distract from Ukraine war

The Kremlin is likely to use the recent attack by the Palestinian militant group Hamas against Israel to promote narratives aimed at reducing US and Western support for Ukraine, according to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW).

Burning leaves a threat to environment, human health

Burning leaves is a threat to the environment and human health, the Moldovan Environment Agency warned on Sunday.

Moldova is prepared for the winter, says Prime Minister Dorin Recean

Moldova is more prepared than ever for the winter, Prime Minister Dorin Recean said in an interview on Vocea Basarabiei radio. However, the official stressed that the government is looking for resources to support citizens and businesses.

Russian President Vladimir Putin gives green light to Uzbekistan gas imports

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday gave the green light to the import of Russian natural gas into Uzbekistan via Kazakhstan, a move that comes amid Western sanctions on Russia's energy sector.

Romania and Portugal to support start of EU Accession talks with Moldova by end of year

Romania and Portugal will support the start of EU accession talks with Moldova and Ukraine by the end of this year, Romanian President Klaus Iohannis said in Lisbon.

Russia calls for immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas

Russia called on Israel and Hamas to immediately cease fire and show restraint on Saturday, expressing "great concern" after Hamas launched a major offensive against Israel.

UN Security Council to hold emergency meeting on Israel-Hamas violence

The United Nations Security Council will hold an emergency meeting on Sunday, October 8, to discuss the escalation of violence between Israel and Hamas, the UN announced on Saturday.