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Russian victory would cost Europe twice as much as supporting Ukraine, study finds

Russian victory would cost Europe twice as much as supporting Ukraine, study finds

A Russian military victory in Ukraine would cost Europe twice as much as a Ukrainian victory, according to a new study. The study, conducted by Corisk and the Norwegian Institute…

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Two russian drones have once again flown over the Republic of Moldova. The airspace was closed

Two russian drones have once again flown over the Republic of Moldova. The airspace was closed

Two drones illegally flew over the northern part of the Republic of Moldova again on Friday evening. Following the incident, authorities temporarily closed the airspace, which was later reopened, except…

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Analysis: Ukraine’s Zelensky faces hideous choice between bad deal and no deal

Analysis: Ukraine’s Zelensky faces hideous choice between bad deal and no deal

The President of the United States, Donald Trump, has abandoned the deadline for an agreement in Ukraine, set for Thanksgiving Day. It is a key signal that the imminent outcome…

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ANAF initiates forced execution against Marian Vanghelie to recover 2.7 million euros

ANAF initiates forced execution against Marian Vanghelie to recover 2.7 million euros

The National Agency for Fiscal Administration (ANAF) has initiated forced execution procedures against the former mayor of Sector 5, Marian Vanghelie, following the final decision pronounced by the court in…

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The new head of CSM wants a separate law for the judges' money. Who is Gheorghe Liviu Odagiu

The new head of CSM wants a separate law for the judges' money. Who is Gheorghe Liviu Odagiu

The new President of the Superior Council of Magistracy (CSM), Gheorghe Liviu Odagiu, announces that his priority for 2026 will be to strengthen the financial independence of judges and prosecutors…

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New electronic ID cards lead to chaos at counters, forcing Romanians to prove their address. The Interior Ministry responds with “messages of accountability”

New electronic ID cards lead to chaos at counters, forcing Romanians to prove their address. The Interior Ministry responds with “messages of accountability”

Almost 900,000 Romanians already have an electronic identity card (CEI), but many discover at counters that they cannot prove their domicile because most institutions do not have readers for the…

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North Korea introduces mandatory Russian language classes in schools, as Moscow announces expanded educational cooperation

North Korea introduces mandatory Russian language classes in schools, as Moscow announces expanded educational cooperation

North Korea has decided to introduce the Russian language as a compulsory subject starting from the fourth grade, a measure that marks a deepening of relations with Moscow. Russian authorities…

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Officer indicted for pimping, accused of forcing a young woman into prostitution in several European countries

Officer indicted for pimping, accused of forcing a young woman into prostitution in several European countries

An officer from the Traffic Bureau of Pitești, serving in the Police since 2013, is indicted in an extensive case of pimping and human trafficking, investigated by DIICOT Pitești. Prosecutors…

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Macron introduces voluntary national military service: “It’s not about sending our young people to Ukraine”

Macron introduces voluntary national military service: “It’s not about sending our young people to Ukraine”

French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Thursday the establishment of a ten-month „national service” for young adults, a „strict military” and voluntary program designed to „meet the needs of the…

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Greece refuses to extradite Sorin Oprescu and removes all restrictions on him

Greece refuses to extradite Sorin Oprescu and removes all restrictions on him

Former mayor of Bucharest, Sorin Oprescu, once again escapes extradition. The Court of Appeal in Thessaloniki decided on Thursday not only to reject the request of the Romanian authorities but…

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Bolojan, on Moșteanu’s alleged fake degree: I’m not dealing with diplomas, I’m dealing with the minister

Bolojan, on Moșteanu’s alleged fake degree: I’m not dealing with diplomas, I’m dealing with the minister

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan commented on Thursday evening the controversies surrounding the CV of Defense Minister Ionuț Moșteanu, after several inconsistencies in his documents were publicly highlighted. The Head of…

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Companies occupying a Ministry of Economy building without paying rent will be evacuated. Miruță: “They illegally collected tens of thousands of euros for 18 years”

Companies occupying a Ministry of Economy building without paying rent will be evacuated. Miruță: “They illegally collected tens of thousands of euros for 18 years”

Businesses that have been operating for almost two decades in a 1,500 square meter building owned by the Ministry of Economy without paying rent will be evicted. The Sector 4…

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London car wash owner jailed for eight and a half years after exploiting eight Romanian workers

London car wash owner jailed for eight and a half years after exploiting eight Romanian workers

Hewa Margai, a 45-year-old British man from London, has been sentenced to eight years and six months in prison for trafficking and exploiting eight Romanian citizens, including a 15-year-old boy.…

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Splitting Europe's largest nuclear plant between Russia, Ukraine in peace deal won't work, experts say

Splitting Europe's largest nuclear plant between Russia, Ukraine in peace deal won't work, experts say

The restarting of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant under the control of both Russia and Ukraine, as part of any peace agreement, would be practically impossible in the current state…

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West is ‘missing obscure sanctions that could set back Russia’s war machine’

West is ‘missing obscure sanctions that could set back Russia’s war machine’

An American group has identified several obscure but potentially key sanctions that it says could seriously disrupt Russia’s war effort in Ukraine, following last month’s targeting of the Kremlin’s largest…

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Trump's plan regarding Ukraine provokes the indignation of Republican lawmakers: It will not lead to peace

Trump's plan regarding Ukraine provokes the indignation of Republican lawmakers: It will not lead to peace

Several Republicans in Congress strongly criticized President Donald Trump’s White House for the way it handled the proposed peace plan for Ukraine, which they say favors Russia. It is a…

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Nicușor Dan presented Romania’s National Defense Strategy in Parliament: Russia is clearly conducting a hybrid war against Romania (Video)

Nicușor Dan presented Romania’s National Defense Strategy in Parliament: Russia is clearly conducting a hybrid war against Romania (Video)

President Nicușor Dan presented on Wednesday, in the joint session of the two Chambers of Parliament, the National Defense Strategy for the period 2025-2030, adopted by the CSAT on Monday.…

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Romania has obtained a strategic role in leading FRONTEX

Romania has obtained a strategic role in leading FRONTEX

A border police officer from Romania has been appointed as the head of the Information Fusion Unit within the Division for Integrated Border Management of the European Border and Coast…

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Fire rages through bamboo scaffolding at Hong Kong high-rise residential complex, killing 4 (Video)

Fire rages through bamboo scaffolding at Hong Kong high-rise residential complex, killing 4 (Video)

A fire destroyed a high-rise residential complex in Hong Kong on Wednesday, with nearly 2,000 apartments. Four people died and three others were injured and taken to the hospital. Two…

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5 reasons why Ukraine will keep fighting even if Trump walks

5 reasons why Ukraine will keep fighting even if Trump walks

American President Donald Trump shocked European capitals last week with an extraordinary ultimatum addressed to Kiev: Accept Washington’s surprise plan to end the war in Ukraine or risk losing American…

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OPINIONS & ANALYSES
It’s not about Romania? Oh yes!
It’s not about Romania? Oh yes!
Bogdana Boga
CNN: The Epstein storm could bring down a world leader – but not Trump
CNN: The Epstein storm could bring down a world leader – but not Trump
Gabriela Pleș
The EU is subtly turning towards China to escape Trump’s grip
The EU is subtly turning towards China to escape Trump’s grip
Where Rutte goes wrong when talking about Europe’s defense and what the NATO chief actually needs to do
Where Rutte goes wrong when talking about Europe’s defense and what the NATO chief actually needs to do
Europe takes first steps to reduce its dependence on the U.S.
Europe takes first steps to reduce its dependence on the U.S.
Gabriela Pleș
Washington Post: Europe and Asian democracies could become a superpower without the U.S.
Washington Post: Europe and Asian democracies could become a superpower without the U.S.
Gabriela Pleș
Why Europe should temper its enthusiasm for Carney
Why Europe should temper its enthusiasm for Carney
Gabriela Pleș
Why the madman theory doesn’t help Trump
Why the madman theory doesn’t help Trump
How Trump hit Russia harder than any Ukrainian missile
How Trump hit Russia harder than any Ukrainian missile
Gabriela Pleș
Washington Post: global backlash against Trump’s “paramilitary” force
Washington Post: global backlash against Trump’s “paramilitary” force
Gabriela Pleș
BUSINESS
Romania’s Energy Ministry briefly published, then withdrew, a plan to cap electricity and gas margins
Romania’s Energy Ministry briefly published, then withdrew, a plan to cap electricity and gas margins
Romania faces €231 million NRRP loss after Constitutional Court blocks magistrates’ pensions, says Dragoș Pîslaru
Romania faces €231 million NRRP loss after Constitutional Court blocks magistrates’ pensions, says Dragoș Pîslaru
India does not completely give up Russian oil, despite Trump’s statements
India does not completely give up Russian oil, despite Trump’s statements
Public sector wages declined in 2025, as their share of GDP fell to 8.8%
Public sector wages declined in 2025, as their share of GDP fell to 8.8%
Revolut Overtakes Traditional Banks to Lead Romania’s Card Market
Revolut Overtakes Traditional Banks to Lead Romania’s Card Market
US plan to replace every molecule of Russian gas in Eastern Europe is deadlocked: Trump’s nervousness has spooked buyers
US plan to replace every molecule of Russian gas in Eastern Europe is deadlocked: Trump’s nervousness has spooked buyers
POLITICS
Romania Not the Focus of US Judiciary Committee Report, President Nicușor Dan Says
Romania Not the Focus of US Judiciary Committee Report, President Nicușor Dan Says
Bogdana Boga
From Protocol to Pricetag: Nicușor Dan’s Most Expensive Presidential Gift
From Protocol to Pricetag: Nicușor Dan’s Most Expensive Presidential Gift
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Maia Sandu: Moldova Must Join EU Quickly to Avoid Russian Occupation
Maia Sandu: Moldova Must Join EU Quickly to Avoid Russian Occupation
George Simion explains the Greenland-shaped cake episode: “We couldn’t avoid the moment” (video)
George Simion explains the Greenland-shaped cake episode: “We couldn’t avoid the moment” (video)
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
George Simion boasts of an award from a controversial conservative organization in the US
George Simion boasts of an award from a controversial conservative organization in the US
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
AUR jumps again by 40%, almost matching the next three parties combined – INSCOP Barometer
AUR jumps again by 40%, almost matching the next three parties combined – INSCOP Barometer
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
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