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.

Many Ukrainian refugees sheltered in the Republic of Moldova start their lives anew

To date, nearly 12,900 Moldovan families hosting refugees from Ukraine have received financial aid from the World Food Program. The money comes to support those who have opened their doors to families fleeing war. One of them is the Guțu family from Hrușova village, Criuleni district, who have been sharing their house with Ukrainian citizens since March.

Romania: In protest against Vienna's refusal, citizens began to boycott Austrian companies

After blocking Romania's accession to the Schengen area, the Austrian interior minister says he is also angry. In an interview with Austrian media, Gerhard Karner said he was put in a position to vote before the population was ready for what was to come. Meanwhile, in Romania, in protest against Vienna's refusal, citizens began to boycott Austrian companies.

Value Added Tax will be refunded to farmers who have lost more than 50% of their agricultural production

The state will reimburse agricultural producers the Value Added Tax (VAT) to cover debts to several types of state taxes and duties. A draft law in this sense was adopted in the final reading by the deputies.

War in Ukraine: Russian troops lost three ammunition depots and military equipment

Ukrainian troops have repelled Russian attacks in the Luhansk region, as well as near the Donetsk region, according to the latest report by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, published on Friday morning.