Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 643 Violent storms lash Russia and occupied territories, as well as Ukraine and Moldova; Russians ‘trying to storm Avdiivka from all directions’ The Guardian - AU · Nov 28, 2023
More than a dozen dead as storm sweeps through Russia, Ukraine and Moldova Hurricane force winds, snowfall and flooding that swept parts of southern Russia, Ukraine and Moldova left at least 18 people dead Monday and almost 2 million without power, authorities said. France 24 · Nov 28, 2023
Heavy snowfall in Romania, Bulgaria and Moldova leaves 1 person dead and many without electricity Heavy snowfall and strong blizzards in Romania and Moldova have left one person dead and hundreds of localities without electricity as well as forcing the closure of some national roads The Independent UK · Nov 27, 2023
Italy qualifies for Euro 2024 after goalless draw with Ukraine Italy, Slovenia, Czech Rep. qualify for Euro 2024; Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Albania, Finland, Denmark, Northern Ireland in playoffs. Italy earns redemption, qualifying for Euro 2024; Slovenia, Czech Rep. also secure spots. Czech coach Jaroslav Šilhavý resigns after 3-0 win over Moldova. Italy, Slovenia, Czech Rep. qualify for Euro 2024; Ukraine, Kazakhstan,… The Hindu · Nov 21, 2023
Moldova's first dog nips Austrian president on the hand during official visit Austrian President Alexander van der Bellen has had an unusual encounter during an official visit to Moldova when the country’s first dog, a rescue belonging to Moldovan President Maia Sandu, bit him on the hand The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2023
Ukraine and Moldova have taken a huge step towards EU membership – but these hazards lie ahead The European Commission has confirmed its support for opening the formal accession process for Ukraine and Moldova to become members of the European Union and for other nations in the western Balkans to move forward with their own bids. The Conversation · Nov 17, 2023
The EU’s Plan for Ukraine Could Easily Backfire Membership bids in Europe sometimes accomplish the opposite of what they intend. Foreign Policy · Nov 16, 2023
The football minnows within touching distance of Euro 2024 Euro 2024 could yet have some entirely unexpected names involved as Kazakhstan, Moldova and Luxembourg attempt to make the top two in their groups The Independent UK · Nov 15, 2023
Thursday briefing: Ukraine moves closer to joining the EU – what does that mean for Europe’s future? In today’s newsletter: Alongside Moldova, Ukraine is officially on the path to EU membership – what does that mean for the future of both countries and the continent? The Guardian - UK · Nov 9, 2023
Moldova and Ukraine’s accelerated path to EU marks Russia’s waning influence Invasion of Ukraine has fast-tracked timetable for the countries to join bloc after years of ‘economic warfare’ The Guardian - UK · Nov 8, 2023
Brussels recommends opening EU membership talks with Ukraine The EU's executive arm on Wednesday recommended member states open formal membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova, and that they grant candidate status to Georgia. Radio France Internationale · Nov 8, 2023
EU Commission backs formal membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia have received positive news about their bids to join the European Union – but countries in the volatile Balkans… The National (Scotland) · Nov 8, 2023
European Commission backs talks on Ukraine and Moldova EU membership Negotiations with Kyiv should formally be launched when it fulfils conditions in areas such as fighting corruption, report says The Guardian - UK · Nov 8, 2023
Ukraine gets good news about its EU membership quest as Balkans countries slip back in the queue Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia are moving forward in their quests to join the European Union The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2023
The Guardian - UK · Nov 8, 2023 European enlargement in ‘common interest’, Von der Leyen tells EU parliament – as it happened EU Commission president says there is ‘sense of urgency to unite European family’ as Ukraine and Moldova take first step towards joining
The Guardian - UK · Nov 7, 2023 EU expected to start process of Ukraine and Moldova becoming member states Key report will be first official stocktake of progress of nations in aligning themselves with the bloc
The Guardian - AU · Oct 26, 2023 Russia-Ukraine war: US announces extra funding for Ukraine; Russia criticises Kyiv-backed peace talks – as it happened Antony Blinken, US secretary of state, announces additional security assistance ; Moscow says talks in Malta without its presence will be ‘counterproductive’
The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023 Euro 2024 qualifying – who has reached Germany and who still has work to do? We look at which teams have already booked their ticket to the finals and what is yet to be resolved in November and beyond.
The National (Scotland) · Oct 13, 2023 Celtic defender Gustaf Lagerbielke scores first goal for Sweden He netted for his country against Moldova.
Radio France Internationale · Oct 12, 2023 EU chief's visit a boost for Moldova's hopes of joining bloc A visit by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to Moldova on Thursday signals an increasingly closer relationship between the EU and the former Soviet state, which is still partly occupied by Russian troops.
France 24 · Sep 18, 2023 Moldovan President Maia Sandu: 'The West should support Ukraine more' Moldovan President Maia Sandu spoke to FRANCE 24's Marc Perelman at the United Nations General Assembly in New York. In the interview, Maia Sandu discussed the war in Ukraine, security in the region and the issue of Transnistria, where several thousand Russian soldiers are stationed. She also discussed the allegations…
The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2023 Germany will classify Georgia, Moldova as 'safe countries,' making rejecting asylum-seekers easier Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s cabinet has classified Moldova and Georgia as so-called “safe countries of origin,” meaning asylum-seekers from there can be rejected and deported faster than in the past
Radio France Internationale · Aug 28, 2023 Macron calls for 'multi-speed' Europe to cope with enlarged bloc In his annual address to French ambassadors on Monday, President Emmanuel Macron said the European Union may need to adopt "multi-speed" decision making if it’s to progress on “essential topics” as it considers integrating Ukraine, Moldova and others into the bloc.
Zenger · Aug 9, 2023 Is The EU’s Shaky Eastern Neighbourhood Ready For Enlargement? The Ukraine conflict has brought the EU back into focus, and there is now talk of allowing the country to join.
Zenger · Aug 1, 2023 Israel And Moldova Launch Trade Talks For Free Trade Agreement Negotiations initiated to enhance economic ties and foster growth between the two nations.