Drought & Water Security: Moldova’s hydrological squeeze is tightening again: the Dniester Commission cut planned discharge from 85 to 75 cubic meters per second through August, as the Novodnistrovsk reservoir keeps dropping (down to about 112.76 m) and forecasts don’t promise enough rain. River Warnings: The national monitoring authority extended reduced-flow alerts until August 14, with multiple Dniester and Prut sectors still under yellow/orange/red codes. EU Integration & Resilience: Lithuania’s PM reiterated support for Moldova’s EU path, framing reforms as urgent and long-term. Trade & Logistics: Ukraine is exploring grain transit by rail through Moldova to Romania’s Constanța, seeking a lower freight tariff and discussing volumes/guarantees. Payments Modernization: Moldova’s SEPA rollout is now handling 8 in 10 euro transactions, cutting average transfer costs to about €1.90 and saving €13.2 million so far. Agriculture Under Heat: Moldova’s apple sector expects a bigger 2026 harvest and improved quality, but warns that August heat spikes and hail can still hit orchards. Tourism & Sustainability: A new state-funded program targets sustainable tourism, eco-trails and digital upgrades, aiming to diversify Moldova’s tourism offerings. Waste & Pollution Risk: Comrat residents report a poorly managed landfill and fear leachate harming groundwater, pushing for urgent oversight. Transnistria Support: Reintegration Deputy PM Valeriu Chiveri met Japan and UNDP, focusing on confidence-building, sustainable development, energy security, and aid projects for communities on the left bank.