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Tbilisi did not sign the agreement on the committee of the Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression against Ukraine. Georgia's Foreign Minister explained this by citing additional risks for the country.
Marta Kos supported Kosovo's European integration and emphasized the importance of reforms. Pristina calls on the EU to grant the country official candidate status.
A modernized TR-85M1R tank with folding anti-drone protection was presented in Bucharest. Romania plans to upgrade 108 vehicles based on the Ukrainian model.
The second semi-final of Eurovision 2026 will take place in Vienna, where LELÉKA will perform under number 12. Bookmakers estimate Ukraine's chances of reaching the final at 94%.
Zelenskyy announced Drone Deals agreements following the B9 summit. The parties are strengthening defense cooperation to ensure security in Ukraine and Europe.
Zelenskyy proposed a Drone Deal format to Romania and discussed EU accession. The President thanked Nicușor Dan for the support and participation in the B9 Summit.
There are 4. 33 million Ukrainians under temporary protection in the EU. Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic have hosted the largest number of people.
The Romanian Parliament supported a vote of no confidence in the government of Ilie Bolojan due to harsh reforms. The President is beginning consultations on the formation of a new Cabinet.
Italy has the highest level of PM2. 5 pollution in Europe. Over 90% of Europeans live in conditions with air quality that is hazardous to health according to WHO standards.
The Parliament of Romania supported a vote of no confidence in the government of Ilie Bolojan with a record 281 votes. The decision was initiated by Social Democrats and far-right politicians.
Romania's parliament prepares a vote of no confidence against PM Bolojan without a replacement plan. The crisis threatens the loss of 8 billion euros in EU funding.
A Russian drone violated Romanian airspace during a night attack on Izmail. The country's Ministry of Defense scrambled two F-16 fighter jets for surveillance.
Since the beginning of 2024, over 3,600 border violators have been detained. The most popular routes remain the sections on the borders with Romania and Moldova.
Amidst the Russian drone attack on the Odesa region, Romania scrambled two F-16 fighter jets. Radars detected 15 drones near the border in Tulcea County.
President Zelenskyy stated support for Moldova on security issues, particularly regarding Transnistria, and the development of trilateral formats with Romania. He thanked Sandu for supporting Ukraine and noted the visit on Chernobyl Remembrance Day.
In Romania, for the second time on April 25, UAV fragments were discovered near Văcăreni in Tulcea County. The morning debris from Galați was neutralized by a controlled explosion at Lake Brateș.
Russian forces attacked Ukraine with drones near Romania on April 25; British Typhoons were scrambled to intercept. Debris fell in Galați, a building was damaged, investigation ongoing with no casualties.
Moldovan MPs voted to terminate the state of emergency in the energy sector. The measures were introduced due to damage to power lines after Russian attacks.
Hungary's new government will change its defense strategy to receive €16. 2 billion in EU loans. The European Commission has already started negotiations with Péter Magyar's team.
The White House has developed a ranking of NATO members based on their level of support for the US and defense spending. Countries face troop redeployments and restrictions on arms sales.
The ancient Cotofenești helmet and two bracelets were returned to Bucharest after being stolen from the Drenthe Museum. The artifacts were put on display under guard, and the search for another one is ongoing.
Aircraft from six Alliance countries took to the air to intercept a group of Russian bombers. The Russian Ministry of Defense called the four-hour flight a planned one.
Romania extradited to Ukraine a person involved in the Monaco Battalion investigation for debt extortion. The man demanded one million dollars or 15 bitcoins from a foreigner.
Due to an accident at CET West, over 2,300 blocks in the Romanian capital were left without water supply. Authorities are launching another thermal power plant to restore services.
Zelenskyy announced a Drone Deal to protect infrastructure and export weapons. Agreements have already been reached with three countries, and 11 more states have expressed their interest.
Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan ignores social democrats' demands to resign. The political crisis threatens the country's budget and could lead to a minority government.
During Russia's night drone attack on Ukraine, one of the targets entered Romanian territory. An alarm was declared in Tulcea county and a search party was raised.
The Isaccea border crossing point will be restricted on April 17 from 08:00 to 14:00. Citizens are advised to choose alternative routes across the border in advance.
The Fancy Bear group attacked mailboxes of SAP employees, ARMA, and NATO military departments. Due to a hacker error, researchers gained access to their data.
Due to the repair of the bridge over the Tysa, from April 15 to May 15, traffic restrictions for cars will be in effect on weekdays. Pedestrians will be able to cross the border without any obstacles.