Heat & Storm Alerts: Romania and Moldova are under yellow-to-orange warnings for heat, severe storms and hail through July 3, with temperatures in Moldova expected to climb to around 37°C in some areas. Food Safety: Moldova’s ANSP is investigating a Salmonella Enteritidis food-poisoning outbreak linked to events at Radisson Blu Leogrand hotel in Chișinău (26 sick so far, 519 attendees); Malta also reports a separate workplace-related outbreak. EU Green Transition: The EU has given the green light for Moldova to start Environment chapter negotiations, with officials and the European Commissioner for Environment pushing funding and implementation for a “green Moldova.” Energy & Heating Modernization: Moldova and the World Bank signed a US$1.7m grant to prepare modernization of Chișinău’s heating system, including planning for a new high-efficiency cogeneration plant to cut costs and emissions. Water & Public Services: A new regional water-supply project will connect Chișinău and nearby localities to safe drinking water, alongside nursery and school upgrades that include energy-efficiency improvements. Biodiversity & Agriculture Support: FAO expands field training for Moldova’s table grape growers to meet EU pesticide residue standards, while cherry producers report a later harvest that could open a better export marketing window. Whistleblower Protection: A new law approved by government strengthens confidentiality and retaliation safeguards for whistleblowers, including in environmental protection sectors.