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Zelenskyy's Plane Narrowly Escapes Russian Drone Over Moldova: 'That Is the Reality He Lives In'

Zelenskyy's plane was delayed by a Russian drone scare in Moldova as another drone crossed into Romania, prompting fighter jets to respond and raising fresh security fears.

International Business Times UK

No, the EU Democracy Shield isn't a Trojan horse to rig the French presidential election

Why are some Eurosceptics latching onto it? The answers might be linked to the boosting of the European fact-checkers network.

Euronews

Flight carrying Zelenskyy to Norway was delayed in Moldova because of drone incursion

Moldovan airspace closed Tuesday afternoon after a Russian drone crashed near a village. This closure caused delays for three departing flights, including President Zelenskyy's. The drone fragments found resembled Russian Geran-type drones used in Ukraine. Spanish fighter jets tracked the drone through Romania before it reentered Moldovan airspace. Investigations continue…

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Andrew and Tristan Tate Lose Bail Bid as Miami Judge Labels Them 'Quintessential Flight Risks'

Andrew and Tristan Tate remain in US custody after a judge deemed them flight risks amid extradition proceedings to the UK over serious allegations, while also facing charges in Romania.

International Business Times UK

In 1976, France’s maize harvest hit a historic low; 50 years later, extreme heat and drought could be pushing it there again

Europe's farming calendar is shifting as crops mature weeks earlier due to rising temperatures. Extreme heat and prolonged drought are significantly damaging yields across key agricultural regions. France's grain maize production faces a substantial decline, potentially reaching a 1976 low. The wider European Union is also experiencing a sharp decrease…

The Economic Times

Romanian prosecutor officially indicts Andrew Tate for trafficking minors and money laundering

“It is not a character; it is who they are.”

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In 1827, a Romanian polymath, mathematician, physicist and engineer invented a device which helped fuel the rapid expansion of global literacy by getting the first Romanian patent issued in history: The world's first fountain pen

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Romania indicts Andrew Tate on trafficking charges

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The Independent UK

Europe is under increased Russian attack. Are we seeing an undeclared war?

Russia’s full scale war of aggression against Ukraine has entered its fifth year. The war is stuck in a violent stalemate characterised by an escalating exchange of drone and missile attacks that target critical infrastructure and civilians in Ukraine.

The Conversation

Young Orthodox Christians take part in a lights procession in Romania’s capital

Thousands of young Orthodox Christians have taken part in a candlelit procession in Romania's capital, part of the International Meeting of Orthodox Youth

The Independent UK

Europe's most charitable countries: Where do people give the most?

Ireland and Romania are among Europe's most generous countries, according to a recent report measuring both the share of people who give and the proportion of their income they donate.

Euronews

11 EU countries demand end to 'obstructive' vetoes on foreign policy

Austria, Denmark, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Romania, Spain and Sweden are pushing to explore the idea of moving from unanimity to qualified majority in foreign policy.

Euronews

Drones, Patriots and cash for Ukraine in the spotlight as EU ministers gather in Ireland

Good morning. It’s Mared Gwyn delivering your Tuesday newsletter from Brussels. We start today by crossing over to quaint County Wicklow on Ireland’s east coast – an unusual backdrop for talks on the security and defence threats spilling beyond Europe’s eastern flank.

Euronews

Romania will lose €770 million in EU funds over political deadlock

Romania's main political parties missed a deadline to agree on a reform of public-sector salaries, a key condition for receiving post-pandemic EU funding. The failure has triggered a blame game between pro-European forces in the country.

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Which European countries are the most expensive?

Which countries are the most expensive and which are the least expensive?

The Independent UK

Photos show European fishers on the brink as summer drought parches rivers, lakes and farms

Persistent drought and scorching heat this summer have ravaged ecosystems and businesses across the region, from a lake in Slovenia and the side channel of the Danube in Serbia, to fish farms in Bosnia, the Czech Republic, Romania and Hungary.

Euronews

Which European countries spend the most on education — and does it pay off?

Sweden spent 6.8% of GDP on education in 2023, compared with just below 3% in Romania. But it is not always clear whether higher spending produces stronger skills and leaves young people better prepared for Europe’s changing economy.

Euronews

Romania approves controversial law dismissing liberal party leader as mayor

Dominic Fritz’s removal has raised concerns over the rule of law, with both the EPP and Renew Europe calling for a change to the legislation. At stake for Romania is €770 million in EU funds.

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European conservatives and liberals join forces to urge EU to freeze €770 million in Romania funds over mayor

Romania risks losing up to €770 million as a deadline looms for completing reforms, including a disputed law that could oust liberal leader and mayor Dominic Fritz. European conservatives and liberals are calling for the funds to be blocked.

Euronews

Romania is falling behind the renewables race. Can the EU's biggest solar farm save it?

The Dama Solar farm in Romania could produce enough power for almost one million people.

Radio France Internationale

Still waters run deep: why Palme d'or winner 'Fjord' questions our certainties

An isolated village in Norway sees its peaceful veneer upset by the arrival of a new family in Fjord, the Palme d'Or-winning film released in French cinemas this week. Inspired by real-life cases, Romanian director Cristian Mungiu explores questions of domestic violence, religion, culture and tolerance through a story that…

The National (Scotland)

SPFL transfer round-up: MLS striker arrives as forward departs for Romania

The latest SPFL transfer round-up for Friday, August 21

The Economic Times

Earlier this month, Romania sank 4 rock-filled barges into the Danube to keep its nuclear reactor running. Days later, the river rose 1.6 inches when forecasters had expected it to fall

Romania has deployed four rock-filled barges in the Danube to redirect scarce river water toward the Cernavodă nuclear power plant as severe drought conditions threaten cooling supplies. The intervention produced an unexpected 1.6-inch rise in the river level, despite forecasts predicting an equal decline.

The Guardian - UK

Gun stash in German forest believed to be linked to Russia, say reports

Germany seeking to extradite suspect from Romania over guns it is feared could have been used ⁠in assassinations

Bangkok Post

Romania holding suspect linked to weapons cache in Germany

BERLIN - Romania is holding a suspected “low-level agent” accused of preparing attacks, following the discovery of handguns and ammunition in a forest near Berlin, Germany’s interior minister said Friday.

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