Schengen Area EES: How new digital registration affects visa-free travellers from Moldova

The European Union (EU) is introducing a major new border control measure, the Entry/Exit System (EES), starting on 12 October 2025.

Direct train Kyiv to Bucharest: Tickets and schedule

A direct train service running the Kyiv-Ungheni-Bucharest North route and back is set to begin on 10 October 2025.

Moldova's railway tariff hike sparks export competitiveness fear

The Moldovan Railway's (CFM) decision to raise freight tariffs starting October 1st has raised concerns within the agricultural sector.

Gaza conflict: Israel and Hamas negotiation update

Delegations from Israel and the Palestinian movement Hamas have met in Egypt for indirect negotiations on a peace plan proposed by US President Donald Trump.

Ukraine war: Russia intensifies strikes on energy and industrial infrastructure ahead of winter

Russia launched a massive new air attack on Ukraine overnight on Monday, 7 October, targeting the cities of Kharkiv and Poltava.

Moldova’s mental hospitals face security and infrastructure crisis

Moldova's mental health system is facing severe issues including poor infrastructure, a lack of specialist staff, and substandard patient care, Health Minister Ala Nemerenco has said.

Wine of Moldova: 24th National Day sees 82% ticket rise

More than 150,000 visitors attended Moldova’s 24th National Wine Day celebration in the capital, Chișinău, on October 4 and 5.

Heavy rain warning: Yellow Code issued across Moldova

Heavy, continuous rain is affecting Moldova, prompting weather authorities to issue a severe warning.

Moldova: Ex-leader Plahotniuc's arrest upheld after appeal

A fresh appeal by former Moldovan Democratic leader Vladimir Plahotniuc to challenge his detention has been rejected by the Centru Court of Appeal.

Russian official hints at Moscow role in Europe drone incidents

Dmitry Medvedev, Russia's former President and Prime Minister and current Deputy Chairman of the Security Council, has commented on a series of recent drone incidents across several European countries.

Georgia opposition leaders charged after violent protests

The EU condemned the local elections in Georgia, held amid a climate of opposition repression and pressure on civil society, while tens of thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Tbilisi to protest against the authoritarian drift of the ruling party, "Georgian Dream."

Climate change blamed for Moldova tree planting failure

The afforestation campaign in Mălăiești, Orhei district, failed, after only 39.6% of the more than 200,000 seedlings planted last autumn took root.