US Congress approves F-16 fighter jet agreement with Turkey

The US Congress has decided to approve an agreement with Türkiye on the sale of 40 new F-16 fighter jets and the modernization of existing F-16 fighters, said the US embassy in the country on X (Twitter), Trend reports.

The Republic of Moldova aims to make public buildings more energy efficient

The Republic of Moldova aims to make 3% of the surface area of public buildings more energy efficient each year, in order to reduce energy losses and, respectively, the costs of energy resources. According to the Ministry of Energy, about 50% of energy consumption in the country belongs to the buildings sector, including public ones.

Donald Trump says he would encourage Russia to attack Nato allies who pay too little

Seeking a second presidency as the Republicans’ presumptive 2024 White House nominee, Donald Trump has said he would “encourage” Russia to attack any of the US’s Nato allies whom he considers to have not met their financial obligations, The Guardian reports.

Repeated elections in Bubuieci: the CEC announces a normal voting process

The repeated polling in Bubuieci for the election of the mayor is taking place as normal, the Central Electoral Commission announces. According to CEC, at 07:00 all 4 polling stations were opened. 7,954 voters are expected at the polls.

Netanyahu orders Rafah evacuation ahead of expected ground invasion

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered his military to prepare a plan to evacuate Rafah, despite repeated warnings from the U.S. and aid agencies that invading the overcrowded city would be a “disaster", Politico reports.

Moldova Farmers Halt Protest, Seek Meeting with Parliament Speaker

Moldovan farmers protesting government inaction on drought and hailstorm losses have paused their actions after securing a promise of a meeting with Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu.

Moldovans Pay Most Gas Bills Despite Slight Drop Compared to 2023

Moldovans paid 98% of their 2023 gas bills by January 31, 2024, according to state gas supplier Moldovagaz. This marks a slight decrease of 0.5% compared to the same period in the previous year.

Moldova Bus Stops: Cost Clarification After Controversy

The Moldovan Ministry of Infrastructure and Regional Development addressed concerns about the cost of its new bus stop program.

US News Roundup: Aid to Ukraine, Biden's Memory, Trump's Eligibility, and Super Bowl

The fate of $60 billion in US aid to Ukraine remains uncertain until next week when Congress reconvenes.

Moldova Farmers Unconvinced Despite Government Aid Disbursement

Moldovan farmers remain dissatisfied despite government efforts to address their concerns following November 2023 protests.

NATO Chief: Europe needs more arms for Ukraine

With the second anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine approaching, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg urged European allies to ramp up arms production.

Moldova Set for EU Funds in Pre-Accession Phase, Expert Says

Moldova could expect "several billion euros" in pre-accession funds from the European Union, according to expert Mihai Isac.