Moldova & Hybrid Warfare: A New York Times investigation says Russia’s Kremlin plan targets the internal collapse of NATO and the EU, with Moldova a key priority—training camps, paid pro-Russian networks, and funding for clergy and activists aimed at destabilization. Extradition & Pop Culture: In Miami, a judge postponed the detention hearing for Andrew and Tristan Tate as they fight UK extradition; the case keeps spotlighting politics, influence, and the question of whether Trump will intervene. Romanian Identity & Memory: Moldova’s President Maia Sandu met two women who in 1970 defied Soviet rule by writing Romanian-language slogans in Chișinău, framing their act as civic courage worth preserving. Sports (Romania in the spotlight): David Popovici added another European title in Paris, winning 200m freestyle for a third straight time, while Romania’s athletes also featured in the meet’s finals build-up. Culture & Community: Romania’s PNRR push is racing to formally receive about 4,500 projects before late August, with education and local infrastructure among the biggest areas. Health & Science: A European Phase 3 study for a potential haemolytic uraemic syndrome treatment is underway, including sites in Romania. Religion: The hearing in Metropolitan Longin’s case was postponed due to deteriorating health, with treatment taking place in Romania.