Russian strikes on Ukraine’s energy and civilian economy: UN warns Ukraine faces its “toughest winter” since 2022 as attacks threaten power and water access, with Kyiv and other targets hit by drones and missiles. Moldova–Transnistria reintegration: Deputy PM Valeriu Chiveri says Moldova is moving beyond the stalled “5+2” format toward direct “1+1” dialogue and gradual economic, fiscal and social rapprochement, including bringing left-bank operators under Moldova’s tax regime without “shocks.” Dniester water stress: Moldova’s environment minister postponed the Dniester Commission meeting to Sept. 14 to assess basin status and forecasts after drought cut reservoir discharge and lowered river levels, raising supply risks. EU crisis preparedness ties: President Maia Sandu met EU Commissioner Hadja Lahbib, highlighting Moldova’s crisis management system and Civil Protection Mechanism support, including help after Dniester pollution from Russian attacks. Aviation policy update: Moldova published rules to prepare its civil aviation for Single European Sky requirements, aiming for more efficient traffic management by 2028. Business deregulation push: PM Vasile Tofan outlined plans to cut bureaucracy and simplify inspections, reviewing dozens of permits and hundreds of procedures. Security spillover: A Russian drone reportedly crossed into Romania before turning back toward Moldova, underscoring the growing drone threat across the region.