Ukraine-Russia Drone War: Ukraine launched hundreds of drones across Russia, killing at least six and sparking fires including at a Wildberries warehouse near Moscow; Russia said it destroyed 822 drones overnight. Moldova’s Security Context: Moldova remains in the spotlight as a transit and exposure point amid the wider conflict, with recent drone incidents near the border underscoring regional risk. EU Integration & Reform: Moldova’s EU path stays active as enlargement momentum grows and reforms continue to shape the domestic agenda. Energy & Grid Resilience: Romania’s drought-driven nuclear shutdown is already affecting Moldova’s electricity supply, highlighting how climate shocks can hit regional power systems fast. Moldova Tech & Innovation: Plans for a Moldova HiTech Park in Stăuceni aim to attract up to €600M in investment, while Moldova IT Park begins procurement for MITP 2.0. AI in Local Mobility: A Romanian-led project funded in Bălți will use AI to predict public transport arrival times from GPS data. Education Pipeline: Moldova reports strong uptake of state-funded university places, with remaining spots still open for applicants in engineering, natural sciences, and security-related fields. Green Procurement: Moldova’s Finance Ministry workshop pushes auditors toward “price-quality” and life-cycle cost thinking, with environmental checks to reduce misuse of “green” labels.