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The Republic of Moldova has a government: The 5 priorities of the Tofan Cabinet

The Republic of Moldova has a government: The 5 priorities of the Tofan Cabinet

The Parliament of Chișinău granted a vote of confidence on Tuesday to the Cabinet of Ministers proposed by designated Prime Minister Vasile Tofan, with the new executive receiving the votes…

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Pickaxe Mountain, the new target the US will hit in Iran (Video). Trump: We will strike very soon

Pickaxe Mountain, the new target the US will hit in Iran (Video). Trump: We will strike very soon

After a tenth consecutive night of new bombings on Iranian infrastructures, American President Donald Trump declared on Tuesday that the United States is still „not done at all” with Iran…

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Raids on Fidesz servers: Fraud with the fund from which Orban's party financed projects in Transylvania

Raids on Fidesz servers: Fraud with the fund from which Orban's party financed projects in Transylvania

Prosecutors showed up unannounced on Tuesday at the center that provides Fidesz with servers to seize the entire communication system and databases of the party led by Viktor Orbán, Budapest…

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New British prime minister's first move: Scrapping VAT on electricity

New British prime minister's first move: Scrapping VAT on electricity

Just one day after taking office, the new British Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced his first major economic measure: the elimination of VAT on electricity bills starting from October 1st.…

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The Tate brothers say they are "political prisoners" as they fight extradition to the UK

The Tate brothers say they are "political prisoners" as they fight extradition to the UK

Andrew and Tristan Tate will contest their extradition to the United Kingdom after being arrested in the United States based on an international warrant. The two claim to be victims…

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Man killed after boulder crashes onto car in Romania's Olt Valley

Man killed after boulder crashes onto car in Romania's Olt Valley

A 71-year-old man lost his life on Tuesday morning after a boulder detached from the slope fell onto the car he was in, on DN7, between the localities of Boița…

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European Court of Human Rights Rules Against Switzerland Over Lack of Vegan Meals in Prisons

European Court of Human Rights Rules Against Switzerland Over Lack of Vegan Meals in Prisons

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has condemned Switzerland for not providing a vegan diet to some prisoners.The court was seized in 2020 by two Swiss citizens in their…

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Romanian President Signs Far-Right AUR Law Declaring 2026 the Year of the United States

Romanian President Signs Far-Right AUR Law Declaring 2026 the Year of the United States

President Nicușor Dan has promulgated the law establishing the year 2026 as the Year of the United States of America in Romania, initiated by several AUR parliamentarians. According to the…

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Romania Scrambles Four Fighter Jets After Drone Attack Near Border

Romania Scrambles Four Fighter Jets After Drone Attack Near Border

Romania issued a RO-Alert message on Monday evening for the population in the northern part of Tulcea county and scrambled four fighter jets after the Ministry of Defense radar systems…

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Ryanair claims that its planes are safe, after a passenger was pulled towards the outside: They are probably the safest aircraft ever built

Ryanair claims that its planes are safe, after a passenger was pulled towards the outside: They are probably the safest aircraft ever built

Ryanair airline emphasizes that its aircraft are very safe and that it has been in touch with the family of the man who was nearly sucked out during the flight.…

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Andy Burnham is the new Prime Minister of UK: The first measures he will take starting tomorrow

Andy Burnham is the new Prime Minister of UK: The first measures he will take starting tomorrow

The new leader of the British Labour Party, Andy Burnham, was appointed Prime Minister of the United Kingdom on Monday by King Charles III. Andy Burnham was invited to Buckingham…

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Why Ukrainians Want "The Butcher" to Leave the Head of the Army

Why Ukrainians Want "The Butcher" to Leave the Head of the Army

„Fedorov = more deaths among Russians, Syrskyi = more deaths among Ukrainians.” This slogan, written on placards, was one of the thousands of messages displayed in Kyiv and throughout Ukraine…

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<span style="color:#990000;">Day 1608</span> Over 400 drones heading towards Moscow. Corn-loaded ship struck near Odesa. Another city in Ukraine wiped off the face of the Earth (Video)

Day 1608 Over 400 drones heading towards Moscow. Corn-loaded ship struck near Odesa. Another city in Ukraine wiped off the face of the Earth (Video)

Day 1608 of the war began with a new massive aerial attack on Moscow. Over 400 Ukrainian drones targeted the region of the Russian capital during the night. An airport…

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How the EU’s new border system confused twin sisters in Romania

How the EU’s new border system confused twin sisters in Romania

The new digital border control system of the European Union (EES) confused two identical twin sisters in Romania, with one of them being wrongly accused of exceeding the legal stay…

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Tate brothers arrested in the US after new rape and human trafficking charges

Tate brothers arrested in the US after new rape and human trafficking charges

Andrew and Tristan Tate have been arrested in the United States after British prosecutors filed new charges against them. These include allegations of rape, human trafficking for sexual exploitation, and…

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Russians pull billions from banks as cash makes a comeback amid wartime pressures

Russians pull billions from banks as cash makes a comeback amid wartime pressures

Russians are withdrawing more and more money from banks and prefer to pay in cash, amid the repeated interruptions of mobile internet caused by Ukrainian drone attacks and increasing tax…

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Violent storms in France: At least two dead and over 50,000 homes without power. Truck overturned by the gale (Video)

Violent storms in France: At least two dead and over 50,000 homes without power. Truck overturned by the gale (Video)

The violent storms that hit France on Thursday evening resulted in at least two deaths. Nearly 53,000 households were left without electricity. In the town of Saint-Victurnien, in the Haute-Vienne…

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The European Commission's report on the rule of law: Corruption remains a major issue. Statute of limitations closes cases. The independence of the judiciary and the press still have vulnerabilities

The European Commission's report on the rule of law: Corruption remains a major issue. Statute of limitations closes cases. The independence of the judiciary and the press still have vulnerabilities

Romania has made some progress in the functioning of the judiciary, regulating parliamentary lobbying, and reducing the number of emergency ordinances, but important issues continue to affect the independence of…

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Stolen Romanian cadastre data put up for sale online. Hacker claims backup copies were deleted

Stolen Romanian cadastre data put up for sale online. Hacker claims backup copies were deleted

The stolen data following the cyberattack on the National Agency for Cadastre and Real Estate Advertising (ANCPI) has been put up for sale on a forum frequented by cybercriminals. The…

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Commander of Murfatlar military unit removed after billing personal clothing to the army, using soldiers to paint his apartment

Commander of Murfatlar military unit removed after billing personal clothing to the army, using soldiers to paint his apartment

Interim Minister of Defense, Radu Miruță, announces that he has ordered the removal of the commander of the military unit in Murfatlar, following an inspection that revealed several serious violations.…

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OPINIONS & ANALYSES
Trump the brave and his two faces. When he’s a tiger and when he’s a lamb
Trump the brave and his two faces. When he’s a tiger and when he’s a lamb
O reacție SRI la adresa unor critici făcute de Ludovic Orban într-o emisiune TVR a reaprins dezbaterea despre lipsa controlului civil asupra serviciilor secrete din România
For a quarter of a century, Ludovic Orban criticizes SRI. Finally, he received a response, one that reignites the debate about the crisis of the secret services
Emilian Isailă
The editorial board of The New York Times: How Trump Betrays Ukraine
The editorial board of The New York Times: How Trump Betrays Ukraine
În primăvara anului trecut, în plină campanie electorală, într-o dezbatere organizată de Antena 3 CNN, la o întrebare a unui reporter despre posibilitatea creșterii TVA, Nicușor Dan a făcut o promisiune scrisă în fața camerelor de luat vederi că, în situația în care va ajunge președinte, taxa pe valoarea adăugată nu se va modifica. Ceea ce nu s-a întâmplat.
The paper that turned Romania back to the Dragnea era
Emilian Isailă
Marian Neacșu, un fost condamnat penal, a fost numit ministru de Interne cu scopul de a crea o majoritate parlamentară pentru PSD
What will PSD do once back in power?
Emilian Isailă
The old world order has set. Three scenarios for what will follow
The old world order has set. Three scenarios for what will follow
The uprising that could spark a war between Russia and NATO. Inside the crisis simulation involving a Romanian participant
The uprising that could spark a war between Russia and NATO. Inside the crisis simulation involving a Romanian participant
The EU is heading into a perfect storm. Why Europe risks becoming paralysed at the worst possible moment
The EU is heading into a perfect storm. Why Europe risks becoming paralysed at the worst possible moment
Șansa ca Ilie Bolojan să reușească să pună presiune în mod eficient pe guvern din opoziție are legătură și cu un eveniment major ce va avea loc la începutul lunii noiembrie
Will Ilie Bolojan manage to keep the light on in the pantry?
Emilian Isailă
Paolo Zampolli, un apropiat al lui Trump, implicat în Dosarele Epstein, a fost în România la un eveniment de la care l-a sunat în fața jurnaliștilor pe Nicușor Dan, președintele României, iar acesta i-a răspuns la telefon. Zampolli a fost concediat de Trump, corupția lui devenind o vulnerabilitate pentru liderul american în contextul alegerile din noiembrie
100 critical days. Romania in the eye of the storm
Emilian Isailă
BUSINESS
Romania’s Finance Ministry warns: Final weeks of 2026 will be crucial. What’s happening with government spending and public debt?
Romania’s Finance Ministry warns: Final weeks of 2026 will be crucial. What’s happening with government spending and public debt?
Moody’s says Romania can bring down its budget deficit, but a major test lies ahead. What’s next for its credit rating?
Moody’s says Romania can bring down its budget deficit, but a major test lies ahead. What’s next for its credit rating?
Rheinmetall announces major investment plans for Mangalia shipyard, where four naval vessels are to be built for Romania
Rheinmetall announces major investment plans for Mangalia shipyard, where four naval vessels are to be built for Romania
Romania still has the highest inflation rate in the EU. Prices are rising almost twice as fast as the EU average
Romania still has the highest inflation rate in the EU. Prices are rising almost twice as fast as the EU average
Government plans Romarm reorganisation, with 15 subsidiaries to form an industrial holding company. Economy minister criticises lack of orders and high commission fees
Government plans Romarm reorganisation, with 15 subsidiaries to form an industrial holding company. Economy minister criticises lack of orders and high commission fees
Bank of America hit with record fine for failing to report over $5 billion in suspicious transactions
Bank of America hit with record fine for failing to report over $5 billion in suspicious transactions
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
POLITICS
Nicușor Dan, the fourth editorial in the conservative press in the USA. Calls for more American forces in the Black Sea
Nicușor Dan, the fourth editorial in the conservative press in the USA. Calls for more American forces in the Black Sea
Irina Olteanu
European Commission President congratulates PM Luca Niculescu: There is no time to waste
European Commission President congratulates PM Luca Niculescu: There is no time to waste
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Will Bolojan run for president in 2030? What are his plans for PNL?
Will Bolojan run for president in 2030? What are his plans for PNL?
What PSD rejected under Bolojan may now be acceptable under Niculescu. How the party explains its change of position on listing state-owned companies
What PSD rejected under Bolojan may now be acceptable under Niculescu. How the party explains its change of position on listing state-owned companies
Nicușor Dan is optimistic: On Tuesday, we will have a government
Nicușor Dan is optimistic: On Tuesday, we will have a government
Irina Olteanu
Grindeanu accuses Diana Buzoianu of “playing police officer” and looking for bras and lingerie while holding up motorway construction
Grindeanu accuses Diana Buzoianu of “playing police officer” and looking for bras and lingerie while holding up motorway construction
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