Drones, uniforms, and military software: Moldova can access EU defense funding only via partnerships with member states

The Republic of Moldova has the potential to benefit from funding for its defense industry and the acquisition of military equipment through the Security Action for Europe (SAFE) program. Although direct access to these funds is limited to European Union (EU) member states, experts suggest that Moldova can play a significant role by forming strategic partnerships, particularly in areas such as information technology and the development of military components.

Romania’s president-elect Nicușor Dan makes first foreign trip, meets with Prime Minister Donald Tusk

Romania's President-elect, Nicușor Dan, is in Poland this Sunday to participate in the "March of a Million Hearts". He is joined by Rafał Trzaskowski, the mayor of Warsaw and a pro-European candidate in the Polish presidential elections. During his visit, Dan will also deliver a speech and has met with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, writes news.ro.

Small plane crash sets San Diego homes ablaze

A small plane crashed into a San Diego neighborhood on Thursday during foggy conditions, setting ablaze approximately 15 homes and vehicles, and forcing evacuations across several blocks, authorities stated, according to AP.

Vatican to host Ukraine-Russia peace talks, Stubb says

Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that "technical" negotiations between Ukrainian and Russian representatives on ending the war could continue at the Vatican in the coming days.

Kharkiv under fire, Russian forces eye new offensive

Two people were injured in a Russian rocket attack on Kharkiv's Kholodnohirskyi district on the night of Thursday, May 22. According to city mayor Ihor Terekhov, the explosion damaged eight private homes.

Israeli embassy staff killed near D.C. Jewish museum

Two staff members from the Israeli Embassy were shot and killed on Wednesday evening near the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem confirmed the attack, adding that an investigation is ongoing.

Ukraine urges EU to adopt stricter Russia sanctions

EU member states should consider the proposals outlined in the US senators' bill on sanctions against Russia when developing new European sanction packages.

Ukraine urges EU to slash Russian oil price cap

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha has urged the European Union to intensify economic pressure on Russia, specifically calling for a reduction of the price cap on Russian oil to $30 per barrel.

Hungary moves to withdraw from International Criminal Court

Hungary’s Parliament has approved a bill initiating the country’s withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC), with Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s government denouncing the institution as politically biased. The legislation passed with 134 votes in favour and 37 against.

George Simion to ask Romania’s Constitutional Court to annul presidential elections

George Simion, the president of the Alliance for the Unity of Romanians (AUR), announced on Tuesday that he would ask the Constitutional Court of Romania to annul the presidential elections, informs G4media.

Marcel Ciolacu resigns as PSD leader

Marcel Ciolacu has resigned as president of the Social Democratic Party (PSD) of Romania. The party's National Political Council convened on Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. to discuss his resignation, establish interim leadership, and decide whether to enter the government or move into opposition. This meeting occurs amidst calls for reform and a reevaluation of the party's political strategies, reports Digi24.

Who is Nicușor Dan, the newly elected president of Romania?

Nicușor Dan was elected as the President of Romania in the second round of the 2025 presidential elections. An independent politician and trained mathematician, he is also a former Mayor of Bucharest. Dan's public career is distinguished by his civic activism, strong pro-European values, and unwavering stance against corruption. With his election, he becomes the fifth president since the December 1989 revolution.