EU seals 2026 financing deal with Kyiv, sets monthly policy checks

The European Union and Kyiv reached a key agreement to secure Ukraine's defense and budgetary financing for 2026, establishing predictable multi-year support amid Russia's ongoing invasion, the European Commission announced on Thursday.

FlyDubai pilot recovers after thwarting mid-air cockpit attack

The Indian pilot stabbed during an alleged hijacking attempt aboard a FlyDubai flight to Israel is in stable condition at a Saudi Arabian hospital, diplomatic officials and aviation authorities said on Thursday.

FlyDubai flight incident: Israel assesses as attempted jihadist terrorist attack, Israel Embassy in Moldova

Israeli authorities have classified the incident that occurred on September 30 aboard the FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv as an "attempted jihadist terrorist attack." According to initial reports, one of the pilots allegedly attempted to crash the plane, but the prompt intervention of those on board saved hundreds of lives.

Nicușor Dan: New party consultations at Cotroceni after Mureșan Government's failure

President Nicușor Dan will convene a new round of consultations with the parties at Cotroceni Palace on Monday to designate a candidate for the office of Prime Minister, after the government proposed by Siegfried Mureșan failed to secure the necessary votes in Parliament on Wednesday. The head of state has asked political parties to reach a consensus and propose a solution that can command a parliamentary majority.

One in eight cancer cases links to infections, new WHO analysis

Approximately one in eight new cancer cases diagnosed worldwide is caused by infections, according to a new analysis by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). In 2024, 2.3 million cases—representing 12% of the global total—were attributed to viruses, bacteria, or parasites. A significant proportion of these cancers can be prevented through vaccination, detecting and treating infections, and screening programs, reports News.ro.

EU unveils €710M aid package for Moldova and global crises

The European Union has pledged an additional €710 million (approx. 14.36 billion MDL) in humanitarian aid, with Moldova included among the beneficiary countries, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced.

Five detained near UK airbase as counterterror probe begins

British counterterrorism police arrested five men near RAF Fairford airbase in Gloucestershire on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act, triggering security cordons and residential evacuations across the surrounding area.

Russia and Putin are the biggest security threat, British Defence Secretary

British Defence Secretary Wes Streeting described Russia and President Vladimir Putin as the biggest threat to the country's security, while also warning that the United Kingdom faces the "greatest risk of war" in its lifetime.

US President will visit China in November at Xi Jinping's invitation

US President Donald Trump says he accepts Chinese President Xi Jinping's invitation to visit China in November, following the Chinese leader's three-day state visit to Washington, DPA reports.

Romanian Prime Minister urged proposed ministers to "build a prosperous, modern, and fair Romania"

Romania's designated Prime Minister, Siegfried Mureșan, sent a letter on September 27 to each minister proposed for the future government; they are scheduled to appear before the relevant parliamentary committees for hearings on Monday and Tuesday. The investiture vote for the Mureșan government is scheduled for Wednesday.

Energy Commissioner urges EU states to reduce consumption

The European Union is facing an energy price crisis triggered by disruptions in oil and gas markets following the war with Iran, and member states should consider measures to reduce natural gas and electricity consumption, said European Energy Commissioner Dan Jorgensen.

Investigation: Russian Embassy staff in Serbia linked to intelligence

At least 29 of the 78 diplomatic staff members at the Russian Embassy in Serbia either have ties to Russian special services or could potentially have such connections, according to an analysis by the publication "Agentstvo" based on data from Rupep.Org—a database of politically exposed persons—reports TV Rain.