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'Reckless': NATO slams Russian drone crash in Romania

NATO and European Union officials have condemned the crash of a Russian drone into a residential block of flats in the southeastern Romanian city of Galati.

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Russian drone strikes Romania, prompting fierce criticism across Europe

Romanian President Nicușor Dan has declared the Russian consul in Constanta persona non grata and said the Russian consulate in the Black Sea port city would be closed.

Euronews

Putin alleges drone that struck Romanian apartment building could have been Ukrainian

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday questioned if the drone that crashed ‌into an apartment block in ‌Romania earlier in the day was from Russia, as Bucharest has said, suggesting instead that it could have been a Ukrainian ‌drone. He called for the debris to be handed over to Moscow…

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Russian drone launched against Ukraine crashes in Romania, injuring 2

Romanian authorities say a Russian drone that was part of an overnight attack on Ukraine crashed into an apartment building in eastern Romania

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky fears ‘massive’ new attack while Putin reacts to Romania drone strike

Two people injured after Russian drone strike sparks fire in 10-storey building

The Independent UK

Russia accused of launching drone that hit apartment block in Romania, but Putin demands proof

A drone struck a residential building in Romania’s city of Galati near the Ukrainian border, injuring two people and triggering a fire after impact, authorities said on Friday. While Bucharest condemned the strike as an "irresponsible escalation" by Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin maintained that there was no evidence that…

France 24

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Romania extends Andrew Tate charges and investigation

Romania says Andrew Tate instigated the public to hatred and discrimination against ‌women through several speeches promoted on social media.

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Baltic drone incursions test EU security, von der Leyen warns, amid escalating hybrid threats

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said that recent drone incursions into EU airspace are “not isolated incidents”, as Baltic leaders and EU officials warn of escalating hybrid threats engineered by Russia along Europe’s eastern border.

Euronews

'Fjord' starring Sebastian Stan wins the Palme d’Or at 2026 Cannes Film Festival

Romanian director Cristian Mungiu has won the Palme d’Or for 'Fjord', a tense family drama starring Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve. In FRANCE 24’s special Cannes awards programme, Eve Jackson and critic Emma Jones break down all the major winners from the closing ceremony – from the Grand Prix for…

France 24

'Fjord' by Romania's Cristian Mungiu wins Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival

The Norway-set drama "Fjord" by Romanian director Cristian Mungiu was awarded the Palme d'Or at the closing ceremony of the 79th Cannes Film Festival as critics hailed a strong field of contenders directed by auteurs from Russia, Iran, Japan and beyond.

France 24

Orient Express launches luxury sleeper train from Rome to Istanbul – with cabins costing up to £47k

The luxury train journey spends five days rolling through Italy, Romania and Turkey

The Independent UK

Moldovans 'want to be EU citizens, not Russian citizens', says president Sandu

Moldovan President Maia Sandu says joining the European Union is a matter of democratic survival for her country, which is under growing pressure from Russia and the unresolved conflict in Transnistria. In a joint interview, Sandu spoke to RFI and German broadcaster Deutsche Welle at the European Parliament in Strasbourg,…

Radio France Internationale

Moldovan public TV chief resigns over Eurovision ‘neighbourhood voting’ lapse

Vlad Țurcan said Moldovan jury’s score of three points for Romania’s entry failed to recognise sensitivities between neighbours

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Iranian journalist stabbed in London by Tehran-linked Romanian nationals, UK court hears

A British court on Monday heard explosive allegations that the Iranian state used Romanian nationals as “proxies” to carry out a knife attack on a London-based Iranian journalist linked to opposition broadcaster Iran International.

The Economic Times

Super Chess Classic Romania 2026: R Praggnanandhaa held to draw by Jorden van Foreest as Vincent Keymer takes sole lead

Vincent Keymer moved into the sole lead at the Superbet Classic Chess tournament after securing an important victory, while Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa played out a draw to stay on 2.5 points. Keymer now tops the standings with three points as several other matches ended in draws. Alireza Firouzja missed…

The Independent UK

This Lower Danube cruise reveals one of Europe’s most fascinating – and underrated – routes

On a voyage from Romania to Hungary, Sandy Cadiz-Smith delves into the region’s complex history

International Business Times UK

Erika Kirk Conspiracy Theories: Mass Graves of Children Allegedly Found at Her Romanian Angels Orphanage – Claim Debunked

Recent conspiracy theories falsely accuse Erika Kirk of involvement in a Romanian orphanage scandal. These claims have been debunked, highlighting the importance of fact-checking.

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Ukraine war briefing: more than 500 drones strike at Russia, killing 3; US allows Russian oil sanctions waiver to lapse

Large Ukrainian attack comes after Zelenskyy on Friday vowed retaliation for earlier Russian strikes. What we know on day 1,544

International Business Times UK

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Halts US Troop Deployment to Poland as America Pivots Away from European Allies

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has canceled another troop deployment to Poland after halting deployments to Romania and withdrawing troops from Germany amid tensions with Berlin.

The Independent UK

Animal welfare group finds systemic neglect at public dog shelters in Romania

An investigation by the animal welfare group Four Paws reveals systemic neglect at Romania’s publicly funded shelters for stray dogs

The Economic Times

Dracula's castle has a new owner, and he comes from the United States

Joel Weinshanker, a businessman behind Graceland and Party City, has acquired a majority stake in Bran Castle's operations. This Romanian fortress, known as Dracula's castle, attracts over a million visitors annually. Weinshanker plans to leverage his experience to significantly increase tourism from the US and Western Europe, transforming the site…

The Economic Times

Quote of the Day by Emil Cioran: 'The fact that life has no meaning is a reason…'—Romanian philosopher's haunting reflection on meaning, despair and survival still resonates today

Quote of the Day: Emil Cioran, a provocative 20th-century philosopher, explored despair and the meaninglessness of life with startling honesty. His quote, "The fact that life has no meaning is a reason to live — moreover, the only one," challenges readers to find liberation in existential emptiness.

Euronews

Eurovision semi-finals: What to expect, how to watch and who is among favourites to win

Discord over Israel's participation and its war in Gaza has dominated the build-up to this year's Eurovision Song Contest. Now, on the eve of the start of the semi-finals, here’s a breakdown of who's set to perform when and what to expect.

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s toxic’: Romania reeling over claims of high-level justice system corruption

System in ‘deep crisis’ six months after documentary exposed alleged network used to delay graft convictions

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