Ukraine grain ship departs for Egypt, defying Russian blockade

A ship loaded with grain has departed from a Ukrainian port bound for Egypt, Ukrainian authorities announced on Friday, noting that it is the second time this week that a civilian ship has used a maritime corridor established by Kyiv to bypass the Russian blockade and threats, according to AFP and Agerpres.

EU and Moldova agree to lower roaming fees

The Republic of Moldova and the European Union have agreed to lower roaming fees starting on January 1, 2024. The agreement was signed today in Brussels by representatives of Moldovan telecommunications operators and the European Regulatory Authority for Electronic Communications.

UEFA criticised for allowing match in Transnistria

The government of Moldova has condemned the banning of journalist Elena Covalenco from entering the breakaway Transnistria region, and said it will take "legitimate measures" in response.

Irina Rîngaci qualifies for 2024 Paris Olympics

Moldovan wrestler Irina Rîngaci has qualified for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, Moldova1 reports.

Moldova to lead fight against corruption in Balkans

Moldova has assumed the presidency of the Balkan Network of Asset Recovery Agencies (BAMIN) for the first time. This is a first for a country outside the Balkan region to lead this international organisation.

Moldova: Majority governments use parliamentary immunity to target opposition

Former Moldovan Constitutional Court President Alexandru Tănase said in an interview with Radio Moldova that the lifting of parliamentary immunity is a practice of governing majorities.

Biden: No alternative to continued US support for Ukraine

US President Joe Biden on Thursday assured his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelensky, of the United States' ongoing support, and said there was no "alternative" for Congress but to vote in favour of continued aid to Ukraine.

Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office: No request received regarding Iulian Muntean's evaluation

The Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office states that it has not been approached by the Pre-Vetting Commission to provide information about candidate Iulian Muntean, as it has done in the case of other candidates, according to a statement from the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office.

Moldova: Two MPs lose immunity in corruption probe

The Moldovan Parliament voted on Thursday to lift the immunity of two lawmakers, Irina Lozovan and Alexandr Nesterovschi, who are under investigation for corruption.

Moldova's Parliament to investigate allegations against CSM member

The Moldovan Parliament's Legal Commission announced on Thursday that it would hold hearings on allegations that a member of the Supreme Court of Justice (CSM), Iulian Muntean, is under investigation for corruption.

Ukraine, Poland to meet to discuss grain export dispute

Ukraine and Poland will hold talks in the coming days to resolve a dispute over the export of Ukrainian grain through Poland, the Ukrainian Ministry of Agriculture said on Thursday.

Moldova's Energy Minister: Country well-prepared for winter

Moldova will enter the winter with adequate natural gas reserves for the first time, according to Energy Minister Victor Parlicov. Parlicov said that the government is also negotiating to purchase natural gas at more favourable prices.