Severe Weather Alert: Moldova issued a Yellow Code for atmospheric instability (14:00–23:00): thunderstorms, heavy downpours (15–25 l/m²) and hail, plus strong north‑western winds with gusts up to 17–22 m/s. Authorities urge people to avoid travel in storms, seek shelter, and stay away from trees and power lines. Energy Efficiency in Public Buildings: Chisinau is moving ahead with energy audits for 30 kindergartens (EIB-backed), with a 33.8 million euro plan to modernize up to 50–52 schools. Health Sector Retrofit: EU-backed renovations will improve energy performance in 10 hospitals across Chisinau and Bălți, cutting electricity use by ~20% and thermal energy by up to 55%, with lower emissions and better care conditions. Energy Communities for SMEs: Moldova will set up three energy communities through the REC4SMEs project, offering pilot support and vouchers up to 20,000 euros to help local businesses cooperate and reduce energy costs. Biodiversity Skills: Moldovan authorities and environmental experts strengthened skills for assessing biodiversity. Cyber & Sanctions Risk: Dutch investigators seized 800 servers used for Russian-linked hacking infrastructure tied to Moldovan-controlled entities, underscoring the wider security risks around Moldova’s digital space.