Maia Sandu, for CNN: "We remain committed to our major objective - to keep Moldova part of the free world"

The authorities in Chisinau are doing everything possible to keep the Republic of Moldova part of the free world, but also to build a real democratic country. Statements in this sense were made by the president of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, in an interview for CNN. Although she admitted that our country continues to be a "fragile democracy", the head of state assured that the authorities in Chisinau have only one goal - to strengthen democratic institutions and processes.

The drama of Ukrainian women who gave birth in wartime: "It was scary"

Wartime births. The Russian invasion of Ukraine brought suffering, but also tears of happiness for the families where the children appeared. For many women, who became pregnant before or at the beginning of the war, carrying a pregnancy well and giving birth in unimaginable conditions was a great challenge.

The head of Moldovagaz, Vadim Ceban, about the debts of the Transnistrian region: "We don't supply free gas to anyone"

The Transnistrian region is obliged to pay for the natural gas supplied by Moldovagaz on the left of the Dniester. Statements to this effect were made by the head of the company, Vadim Ceban, in the program "The Price of Freedom", produced by Nokta. The director of Moldovagaz assures that the company does not provide free natural gas on the left bank and reiterates that the debts of the Transnistrian region will not be passed on to the citizens on the right bank of the Dniester.

Parliament is in session on Monday. The budget law - on the agenda

The Parliament of the Republic of Moldova meets on Monday, December 12, in plenary session. The MPs are going to debate and vote on the main budget projects for next year. The meeting is scheduled for 09:00.

General Prosecutor's Office of Ukraine: At least 443 children have died and another 855 have been injured since the beginning of the Russian invasion

Since the beginning of the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine, at least 1,298 children have suffered. Of these, at least 443 lost their lives and another 855 were injured. Data in this regard were reported by the General Prosecutor's Office of Ukraine on Saturday, December 10.

The eighth edition of the "Wine Opening" (VIDEO)

Aroma, taste and colour took place in Chisinau. Bacchus liqueur conquered even the most demanding consumers present at the "Wine Opening", organised after a two-year hiatus in the capital. More than 70 wineries brought their best drinks, which were awarded at international competitions.

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, received the "European Romania Award" in Cluj Napoca

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, received the "European Romania Award" in Cluj Napoca, during the conference "Europe after the war in Ukraine. Perspectives, visions, strategies, projects'', organised by the Initiative Association for European Democratic Culture. In her acceptance speech, she said authoritarian regimes hope the war will weaken the democratic world. This will pay an even higher price if Vladimir Putin is not stopped now, Maia Sandu also said in the conference in Cluj-Napoca.

Turkey blocks Russian oil ships in the Black Sea. The move could overturn the price of crude

A gridlock has been created in recent days on a major oil trading route. If left unresolved, it could affect global supply and raise prices at a fragile time for energy markets, reports Digi24, citing CNN.

Ukraine will receive new military aid from the US, focused on anti-aircraft systems against drones

The US will send Ukraine new military aid, worth $275 million and intended mainly to strengthen anti-aircraft defences, especially against drones, it was announced on Friday John Kirby, spokesman for the White House, reports Agerpres with reference to AFP.

Jens Stoltenberg: "The war in Ukraine could reach Europe and turn into a war between NATO and Russia"

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has expressed concern that the fighting in Ukraine could get out of hand and it could turn into a war between Russia and NATO, reports Digi.24 with reference to The Guardian.

Nicu Popescu: At the EaP meeting, the opportunities for the modernization of the defence and security sector will be addressed

The future of the Eastern Partnership (EaP), the challenges and consequences generated by the war in Ukraine will be discussed at the meeting of the ministers of foreign affairs within the EaP, which will take place at Brussels on 12 December. The announcement was made by the head of the Moldovan diplomacy, Nicu Popescu, on Telegram.

The programari.gov.md portal, launched in pilot mode

The first national programming portal for consular services provided in the diplomatic missions of the Republic of Moldova abroad was launched in pilot mode. The announcement was made by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and European Integration, Nicu Popescu.