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world17 days ago•2 min saved

Moldova declares 60-day energy emergency after Russia hits cross-border power line

Moldova declared a 60-day state of emergency in its energy sector after a key cross-border power line supplying electricity from Romania (via southern Ukraine) was knocked out by Russian strikes in Ukraine; restoration is expected within about seven days, with demining operations needed before repairs and authorities urging reduced consumption as Moscow’s broader assault on Ukraine continues and North Korea signals support for Russia.

via The Guardian|

#energy-security #moldova #north-korea

world18 days ago•5 min saved

Ukraine hit by broad overnight barrage as casualties rise

Overnight Russian strikes across Ukraine left at least five dead and damaged several regions, including Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia and Poltava, with a drone attack killing a 61-year-old woman in Kharkiv and a high-rise hit in Zaporizhzhia. The assault involved 7 ballistic missiles, 23 cruise missiles, 4 air‑launched missiles and 392 drones, with air defences intercepting many of them; Moldova reported disruption to its Isaccea‑Vulcanesti power link as energy infrastructure was targeted. Zelensky urged greater protection and warned more strikes could follow.

via BBC|

#casualties #energy #moldova

world2 months ago•3 min saved

Cross-border grid fault plunges Ukraine and Moldova into blackouts

A technical malfunction on high-voltage lines linking Ukraine, Moldova and Romania caused cascading power outages across seven Ukrainian regions and Moldova, with power restored later the same day. Kyiv’s metro paused and heating was limited for thousands amid freezing temperatures. Officials said there was no cyberattack or direct war damage, and investigators are probing the cause while imports are being increased to meet demand.

via Reuters|

#blackout #infrastructure #moldova

world2 months ago•6 min saved

Winter Blackouts Expand Across Ukraine and Moldova as Grid Fails

Emergency power cuts hit Kyiv and multiple Ukrainian regions plus Moldova after a technical fault in cross-border lines triggered cascading outages, halting water supply and the Kyiv subway. The outages follow weeks of Russian strikes on Ukraine’s energy grid amid an unusually harsh winter, with regional officials warning of further cold and ongoing talks about a limited pause in strikes and diplomacy.

via AP News|

#moldova #outages #power-grid

politics2 months ago•2 min saved

Sandu would back Moldova–Romania reunification in a referendum

Moldovan President Maia Sandu told a British podcast she would vote for Moldova’s reunification with Romania if the issue were decided by referendum, arguing the small country struggles to survive as a democracy and must resist Russia; she cautioned that public support is not strong, with polls showing about two-thirds opposed to reunification, and she framed EU membership as a more realistic goal, noting Moldova’s 2024 referendum narrowly approved EU accession and her reelection as a pro-European leader.

via politico.eu|

#eu-membership #maia-sandu #moldova

world5 months ago•17 min saved

Zelenskyy Urges Ukraine's EU Membership by 2030 Amid Progress and Corruption Warnings

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and Moldova's Maia Sandu are urging the EU to accelerate their countries' accession processes, with Zelenskyy aiming for Ukraine to join before 2030. They emphasized the importance of EU support amid ongoing challenges, including Hungary's veto, and highlighted their countries' progress and readiness for membership, while also addressing issues like corruption and geopolitical pressures.

via The Guardian|

#eu-accession #hungary-veto #moldova

politics5 months ago•4 min saved

EU Commends Ukraine's Progress but Urges More on Corruption and Rule of Law

The EU warns Ukraine to maintain anti-corruption efforts to stay on track for membership, with a deadline of 2030 for new members. While Ukraine has made reforms amid war, concerns remain over corruption and political independence. EU officials praise Moldova, Albania, and Montenegro for progress, but political deadlocks and Russian influence pose challenges for Ukraine and other candidate countries. The EU emphasizes the importance of reforms and unity for future enlargement.

via politico.eu|

#corruption #eu-enlargement #georgia

world5 months ago•0 min saved

Canadian PM Carney apologizes to Trump over anti-tariff ad

The article covers various international news, including Moldova's appointment of a pro-EU Prime Minister, Israel's ongoing conflict with Gaza, China's extension of rare earth export controls to the EU, and EU member states' opposition to relaxing regulations on harmful chemicals in cosmetics.

via politico.eu|

#china-rare-earths #eu #israel-hamas

world6 months ago•5 min saved

Moldova's Pro-EU Victory Amid Russian Interference

Moldova's recent parliamentary election resulted in a decisive victory for the pro-European Action and Solidarity (PAS) party, with over 50% of the vote, marking a significant defeat for pro-Russian forces and signaling a clear move towards European integration and away from Russian influence.

via dw.com|

#election #moldova #political-shift

world6 months ago•3 min saved

Pro-EU Party Secures Majority in Moldova Election, Steering Westward

Moldova's pro-EU Party of Action and Solidarity won a clear majority in the parliamentary election, defeating pro-Russian groups amid concerns of Russian interference, and signaling a move towards EU integration despite geopolitical tensions.

via NPR|

#election #moldova #parliamentary-majority

world6 months ago•3 min saved

Moldova's Pro-EU Party Secures Clear Parliamentary Majority

Moldova's pro-Western Party of Action and Solidarity won a clear majority in the parliamentary election, defeating pro-Russian groups, amid concerns of Russian interference and a geopolitical choice between East and West, with the party aiming for EU integration.

via AP News|

#election #geopolitics #moldova

world6 months ago•3 min saved

Pro-EU Party Secures Victory in Moldova's Crucial Election

Moldova's pro-European party led by Maia Sandu claimed a clear victory in parliamentary elections, securing a majority that could steer the country towards EU integration amid tensions involving Russia interference and security threats, including bomb threats and alleged destabilization efforts.

via Euronews.com|

#elections #maia-sandu #moldova

world6 months ago•5 min saved

Pro-EU Victory in Moldova's High-Stakes Election Amid Interference Claims

Moldova's pro-European party is projected to win the parliamentary election, likely maintaining its majority amid tensions with Russia and efforts to join the EU, marking a significant moment in the country's geopolitical alignment and internal divisions.

via The New York Times|

#election #eu-accession #moldova

world6 months ago•0 min saved

Pro-EU Party Leads in Critical Moldovan Election

Pro-EU parties are leading in Moldova's critical parliamentary election amid tensions, with the Moldova embassy in Brussels evacuated due to a bomb threat, and concerns over Russian influence and external interference in the election process.

via politico.eu|

#bomb-threat #election #eu

politics6 months ago•9 min saved

Moldova's Election: A Tense Battle Between EU and Russia Influence

Moldova's parliamentary election shows a lead for the pro-EU Party of Action and Solidarity, with ongoing vote counting amid geopolitical tensions involving Russia and pro-Russian parties, and concerns over foreign interference and disinformation.

via DW|

#election #moldova #politics