Moldova Media Forum 2023: Tackling mass media issues

The eighth edition of the Moldova Media Forum will take place on December 4 and 5, 2023 in Chisinau. The Media Forum is convened annually to debate the problems of the Moldovan journalistic community and promote solutions to strengthen editorial independence and mass media quality.

Dacia-Buiucani claims final spot in Moldovan Super League playoffs

Dacia-Buiucani Chișinău secured the final spot in the Moldovan Super League playoffs with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Zimbru Chișinău in an away match on Sunday.

Snow disrupts travel across Europe

Heavy snow causes travel disruptions across Europe on Sunday, with airports, railways and roads affected.

Moldova expands psoriasis treatment options

Psoriasis, a chronic skin condition affecting over 2% of Moldova's population, is receiving increased attention from healthcare professionals and authorities. While less than half of psoriasis cases are currently diagnosed and treated, efforts are underway to expand treatment options and improve patient outcomes.

Belarus President Lukashenko China visit

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, a steadfast ally of Moscow, is set to visit China on Sunday and Monday for a meeting with his counterpart, Xi Jinping, announcing the Belarusian presidency, as reported by AFP.

Pope Francis: Religions must unite to combat climate change

Pope Francis called on Sunday for all religions to unite in opposition to the "rapacious" destruction of the environment, Reuters reported. The head of the Catholic Church had planned to preside over the opening of the Pavilion of Faith at the COP28 climate conference in Dubai, but a health issue forced him to remain in the Vatican.

Macron expresses doubt over Israel's plan to annihilate Hamas

French President Emmanuel Macron voiced scepticism regarding Israel's declared plan to continue the fight until Hamas is completely destroyed, as reported by BBC.

Ukraine thwarts russian drone attack

Ukrainian air defence forces successfully intercepted and destroyed 10 of 12 Russian drones that targeted the country overnight on Saturday-Sunday, according to the Ukrainian Air Force.

US urges Israel to exercise caution amid escalating Gaza conflict

Israel has faced increasing calls from the United States to avoid causing further harm to Palestinian civilians in its fight against Hamas militants in Gaza. Despite the temporary ceasefire breaking, there is no sign of parties involved in the conflict moving towards a resumption of peace, as reported by Reuters.

Second round of repeat voting in Aluatu

The second round of repeat voting for the mayor of Aluatu village in Taraclia district is underway today, according to the Central Election Commission. There is only one polling station in the village, and 770 voters are registered on the lists. For the elections to be valid, at least 20% of the registered voters must participate.

US pledges $3 billion for Green Climate Fund at COP28

The United States has pledged $3 billion to the Green Climate Fund, Vice President Kamala Harris said on Saturday in Dubai at the U.N. COP28 climate summit, Reuters reports.

Delegations of the OSCE Ministerial Council informed about the situation of political prisoners in the Transnistrian region

The Promo-LEX Association together with 120 other European civil society organizations, members of the "Civic Solidarity" Platform, submitted a Declaration to the OSCE Ministerial Council, addressing the situation of political prisoners in the Transnistrian region. The Declaration was adopted at the OSCE Annual Parallel Civil Society Conference held in Skopje on 29 November 2023.