Flood Response in Central Moldova: Heavy rains hit multiple districts, with authorities reporting 65 emergency interventions after June 6. Ialoveni was hardest hit (Puhoi, Tipala, Gangura, Carbuna), where roads were damaged and about 100 households were affected; Straseni, Drochia, Telenesti, Soroca, Rezina and Sangerei also saw flooding, blocked roads, and evacuations, while crews worked to pump out water and clear debris. Road Disruptions: The National Roads’ Administration said traffic was temporarily blocked on the G82.1 near Straseni and that teams mobilized dozens of workers and specialized machines across several districts under a Yellow Code for instability. Dniester Pollution Focus: Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder and EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos discussed Dniester water quality during a kayaking visit, after earlier oil-product pollution linked to the war in Ukraine; officials also highlighted monitoring and protection of natural areas. Energy & Water Governance: Moldova Digital Summit updates include smart meters for digital, real-time energy invoices within five years. Biodiversity Protection: Moldova is preparing the 4th edition of its Red Book, with proposals to remove some species and add around 70 at-risk plants and animals. Circular Economy & Waste: EU-backed support will expand waste management and recycling capacity via new facilities and modernization efforts.