Moscow, Washington host next US-Russia tensions talks

Russia and the United States have decided, following their April 10 consultations in Istanbul, to continue bilateral dialogue in their respective capitals in an attempt to reduce tensions.

Macron faces unstable majority amid France’s political crisis

Exactly one year ago, French President Emmanuel Macron surprised France and the entire European continent by dissolving Parliament, losing his majority and triggering a political crisis that continues to this day.

Riigikogu debates vetting for secret Estonian data

Members of the Riigikogu (Estonia's unicameral parliament) from the Social Democratic Party have launched an initiative to restrict access to state secrets for pro-Russian parliamentarians, according to Raimond Kaljulaid, a member of the faction.

Austria school attack: 8 dead, students hurt

Eight people were killed and several more injured on Tuesday in a school shooting in Graz, Austria, local media, including Kronen Zeitung, reported.

NATO's 5% GDP defense target: A new era for collective security

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte met with Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London on Monday, June 9, 2025.

Fico: Slovakia to oppose EU sanctions harming economy

Slovakia will block any European Union sanctions against Russia that impact its national interests, Prime Minister Robert Fico stated, after Parliament adopted a resolution urging the Bratislava government not to back further measures against Russia, Reuters reports.

Trump's immigration policies spark LA Guard deployment

California National Guard troops were deployed Sunday to Los Angeles streets to support law enforcement amid protests sparked by the Trump administration's immigration policies.

Israeli navy intercepts Gaza-bound aid ship with Greta Thunberg

The Israeli naval forces intercepted the "Madleen" vessel, carrying humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip and with Swedish environmental activist Greta Thunberg on board, overnight from Sunday to Monday, June 9, DW reports.

Ukraine will build new Danube bridge connecting with Romania

A new bridge will be constructed over the Danube River in the southern part of the Odessa region. This bridge will connect the village of Orlivka, located in the Ismail district, to the Romanian city of Isaccea. According to Ukrainskaia Pravda, the Orlivka-Isaccea bridge will be a key component of the broader southern transport corridor, facilitating connections between Ukraine and the European Union through Romania.

B9 Summit in Vilnius sends signal of support for Moldova

NATO member countries in the eastern and northern regions conveyed a strong message of support to the Republic of Moldova during the B9 Summit held in Vilnius on Monday. In a joint statement, the participants praised Moldova for its efforts to maintain stability and advance reforms on its European path. The countries at the summit also signed a memorandum committing to allocate at least 5% of their GDP to defense and to continue supporting Ukraine in its war against Russia.

Elections in Poland: Congratulations to Karol Nawrocki. Maia Sandu: "Moldova looks forward to continued cooperation"

European leaders congratulated Poland's new president, Karol Nawrocki, and expressed their hopes for continued close cooperation with Warsaw. Ursula von der Leyen, Viktor Orban, and Petr Pavel were among those who sent messages of support following the conservative candidate's narrow victory in the second round of the presidential election. President Maia Sandu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky also sent congratulations.

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.