The Republic of Moldova must adjust its legislation to that of the EU, if it wants to be part of the EU, former minister Nicu Popescu

The Republic of Moldova must implement the entire European legislation, if it wants to be part of the European Union, declared the former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nicu Popescu. According to him, the start of accession negotiations to the community space will bring the Republic of Moldova into the Schengen area and the euro zone.

PHOTO Latvia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Baiba Braže backs the accession of the Republic of Moldova to the European Union

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Latvia, Baiba Braže, reiterated Latvia's support for the accession of the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine to the European Union during a recent meeting with journalists from our country. She emphasized that the Republic of Moldova has made significant progress in the European process. Also, the official shared the experience of the European integration of her country.

US backs ICC investigation into Shoigu, Gerasimov

The U.S. supports the International Criminal Court's (ICC) investigation into Sergei Shoigu, secretary of Russia's Security Council, and Valery Gerasimov, chief of the General Staff of the Russian army, for war crimes against Ukraine, said State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller on June 25, reports The Kyiv Independent.

Russians hit civilian infrastructure in Odesa region with ballistic missile at night

Russian troops launched a ballistic missile at the civilian infrastructure of the Odesa region, causing damage, reports Ukrinform.. This was announced by Oleh Kiper, the head of the Odesa Regional Military Administration in a post on Telegram.

NATO appoints outgoing Dutch PM Mark Rutte as its next secretary

NATO appointed Mark Rutte as its next secretary-general on Wednesday, putting the outgoing Dutch prime minister in charge of the world’s biggest security organization at a critical time for European security as war rages in Ukraine, AP reports.

Maia Sandu welcomes the start of EU accession negotiations

President Maia Sandu welcomes the beginning of the accession negotiations to the European Union. In a reaction on social networks, the head of state assured that the Chisinau authorities will continue to work with determination for the Republic of Moldova to be a member of the EU by 2030.

Reynders defeated in race to lead Council of Europe

The Council of Europe elected Switzerland's former president Alain Berset as its next secretary general, it said Tuesday evening, delivering a blow to Belgian candidate and EU justice commissioner Didier Reynders, writes Politico.

ECHR finds Russia guilty of human rights violations in Crimea

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) issued its verdict on the merits in the first interstate case, Ukraine v. Russia (re Crimea), recognising the systemic violations of human rights committed by the Russians in occupied Crimea, writes European Pravda with reference to the court decision.

ICC Issues Arrest Warrants for Russian Officials Over Ukraine Invasion

The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants on Tuesday against former Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and Chief of the General Staff of the Russian armed forces, General Valery Gerasimov, for alleged crimes committed by Russian forces against civilians during the Ukraine invasion, as reported by Reuters and cited by G4Media.

EU Warns Georgia on Foreign Influence Law: Impact on Accession Prospects

The European Union is deeply concerned about Georgia's recent adoption of a controversial law on foreign influence.

Former EIB President Under EU Probe for Financial Crimes

European Union prosecutors, entrusted with investigating serious financial crimes, are investigating the former president of the European Investment Bank (EIB).

EU Grants Romania €1.1 Billion for Green Energy Push

Romania has secured nearly €1.1 billion from the European Union to fund projects aimed at modernising its energy grids, with a particular focus on renewable energy production.