Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky touts recaptured territory after two secret operations Ukrainian president says his country’s battlefield position is the strongest it has been in some time The Independent UK · 21h ago
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv retaking territory, Zelenskyy says, as Nordic leaders urge Putin to end the conflict Ukrainian president says Kyiv’s battlefield position strongest in some time. What we know on day 1,708 The Guardian - AU · Oct 28
Romanian president calls alleged Russian sabotage plot a 'grave violation' of NATO member's security Romanian President Nicusor Dan calls an alleged Russian sabotage plot a “grave violation” of the NATO member’s sovereignty The Independent UK · Oct 27
“How Many Can You Identify Correctly?”: 19 Countries With Surprisingly Similar Flags Some flags look so similar that even geography buffs can easily mix them up. From Romania and Chad's nearly identical blue, yellow, and red stripes to Ireland and Ivory Coast's reversed green and orange colors, the smallest details can make all the difference. Think you can recognize every country without… Bored Panda · Oct 26
Grocery prices across Europe: Where is food most expensive and why? Grocery prices vary widely across Europe. Bread can cost more than three times as much in one country as in another. Euronews Business takes a closer look at the differences and what drives them. Euronews · Oct 24
A drone hit and sank a cargo vessel in new Black Sea attack near Romania, killing 1 A drone attack has hit and sunk a cargo vessel in the Black Sea, killing one crew member and leaving three missing The Independent UK · Oct 23
Romania blames Russia as drone strike sinks cargo ship in Black Sea; 1 dead, 3 missing In a recent incident near Romania’s Black Sea coast, a drone strike led to the sinking of the Comoros-flagged cargo ship Khoryv. Tragically, one sailor lost his life, and three others are still unaccounted for, raising alarm over regional shipping security. Amid a spate of assaults on vessels, Romania has… The Times of India · Oct 23
New Romanian prime minister Luca Niculescu and cabinet members sworn in Independent diplomat Luca Niculescu wins parliamentary backing for a minority government, but analysts warn the calm may not last. Euronews · Oct 21
Nato increases Black Sea deployment amid escalating deadly Russian attacks Mounting anxiety as Russia’s war on Ukraine reaches Nato’s borders with targeting of vessels transporting agricultural cargo The Guardian - UK · Oct 20
Romania Stabbing Probe: 13-Year-Old's Alleged TikTok Posts Examined After Teacher and Pupil Attacked Romanian authorities are investigating alleged TikTok posts linked to a 13-year-old suspected of stabbing a teacher and pupil, while stressing that the posts remain unverified. International Business Times UK · Oct 20
Drones Turn the Black Sea Into Earth's Deadliest Waters as Suspected Russian Strikes Creep Toward NATO Shores At least six commercial vessels were targeted in the Black Sea within 10 days, leaving seafarers dead or missing and prompting NATO allies to strengthen regional defences. International Business Times UK · Oct 19
Intensifying drone attacks on ships in Black Sea bring war ever closer to Nato shores Six attacks in 10 days by suspected Russian drones mark dramatic escalation in maritime conflict The Guardian - UK · Oct 18
Shipping attacks threaten Turkey's resolve to keep warships out of Black Sea A wave of deadly attacks on cargo ships in the waters of NATO members Bulgaria and Romania has jolted the alliance into calling an emergency meeting on Black Sea security. Yet any move to send NATO ships hinges on Turkey reversing its steadfast refusal to allow warships into the Black… Radio France Internationale · Oct 17
Danny Armstrong on Scotland 'snobbery', Killie love affair, McInnes and Romania Danny Armstrong sits down with Graeme McGarry to chat about Scotland 'snobbery', his love affair with Killie, Derek McInnes and how he has flourished in Romania. The National (Scotland) · Oct 17
Euronews · Oct 16 Romanian president calls for greater NATO oversight in the Black Sea in Euronews interview In an interview with Euronews, Romanian President Nicușor Dan warns that Black Sea security is under growing pressure as drone attacks hit commercial vessels off Romania and Bulgaria.
The Economic Times · Oct 16 Tanker attacks in Strait of Hormuz & Romania: Govt confirms all 24 Indian seafarers are safe Tanker attacks in Strait of Hormuz and Romania: All 24 Indian seafarers are safe after two tankers carrying Indian crew members were hit in separate incidents in the Strait of Hormuz and Romania. A crude oil tanker carrying 15 Indian seafarers was struck by a projectile on October 16, while…
Euronews · Oct 16 These are the most underrated travel destinations in Europe A little known region in Romania – Bucovina – topped the list for 2027 in a new ranking of underrated travel destinations by Time Out.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 16 Dogmatic Nordic liberals v eastern family values: culture-clash drama Fjord touches nerves in Norway and Romania Cristian Mungiu’s Cannes winner echoes the news story of a Romanian couple whose children were taken by the Norwegian government. As it heads to London film festival, two writers explain how the film exposes real hypocrisies
The Independent UK · Oct 16 Drone strikes in the Black Sea raise fears of Russian escalation to test NATO's response Drone attacks on cargo ships in the Black Sea this month have raised concerns among NATO members
The Guardian - UK · Oct 15 Seven sailors missing after drones strike tankers near Romania’s Black Sea coast Nato source says drones came from Russia, while Romania’s president says attacking commercial ships ‘is unacceptable and has to stop’
France 24 · Oct 15 NATO to address drone attacks in the Black Sea after seven missing off Romania NATO will put drone strikes in the Black Sea on its agenda at a meeting next week, officials said Thursday, following two new attacks and the disappearance of seven people. Incidents involving civilian vessels in the Black Sea have been on the rise off the coasts of Bulgaria and Romania…
The Independent UK · Oct 15 Romanian authorities launch rescue after another Black Sea ship fire leaves 8 missing Romanian authorities have launched search and rescue operations off the Black Sea coast after a fire broke out on a ship, leaving eight people missing
Euronews · Oct 15 Romania says seven people missing after fire on San Marino-flagged tanker in Black Sea The incidents have renewed scrutiny of Europe's ability to protect shipping and critical infrastructure in the Black Sea, more than a year after the EU launched a strategy to strengthen security in the region. Romania's president warns that "there will surely be a reaction."
France 24 · Oct 15 Zelensky meets NATO chief and EU leaders in push to apply 'real pressure' on Russia Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Brussels Thursday to rally support at a meeting with NATO chief Mark Rutte the same day, and a summit with EU leaders to follow Friday. Earlier, Zelensky asked the United States not to stand with Moscow and called for "honesty" after Kyiv said it…
The Independent UK · Oct 14 Fraud probe over NATO contracts leads to 5 arrests in Norway and searches in Germany and Romania The European Union’s criminal justice agency says five people have been arrested in Norway in connection with suspected fraud and bribery linked to NATO ship contracts