
Russian Drone Explodes in Moldova, Border Region on Alert
A new type of Russian drone, reportedly used in Ukraine, exploded in Moldova's Ștefan Vodă district, prompting a reaction from Chișinău authorities and raising concerns in the border region.
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A new type of Russian drone, reportedly used in Ukraine, exploded in Moldova's Ștefan Vodă district, prompting a reaction from Chișinău authorities and raising concerns in the border region.

A drone reportedly exploded in southeastern Moldova, causing a vegetation fire, with police currently investigating the incident. The explosion occurred in the Ștefan Vodă district.

Environmental inspectors in Ștefan Vodă, Moldova, have fined three individuals for unauthorized use of water from the Dniester River for irrigation purposes, emphasizing adherence to environmental permits.

Moldova's Ministry of Health announced the closure of the obstetrics and gynecology department, including the maternity ward, in Ștefan Vodă due to a low number of births. The status of similar departments in five other districts is also under review.
A 63-year-old man was rescued by emergency services after being in danger of falling from a height at the Ștefan Vodă District Hospital in Moldova.
Drona depistată marți, 17 martie, în satul Tudora, raionul Ștefan Vodă, a fost detonată în condiții de maximă siguranță, a informat Guvernul.

A drone exploded near the village of Crocmaz in Moldova's Ștefan Vodă district, damaging roofs and outbuildings of several homes. Police stated it was the first time such a device had entered Moldova.

An explosion occurred in the Ștefan Vodă district of Moldova, leading to the discovery of drone fragments by police. The objects are slated for examination by specialists to determine their origin and nature.

Moldova's Ministry of Health has temporarily suspended, for 60 days, the order to cease activities at the obstetrics and gynecology department within the Ștefan Vodă District Hospital, following public concerns.

During a farmers' protest in Moldova's Ștefan Vodă district, Sergiu Ștefanco, a deputy from the 'Democracy at Home' party, reportedly struck a police officer with the wheel of his tractor, leading to a police report being filed.

The director of a school in Feștelița, Ștefan Vodă district, is suspected of beating and humiliating a student, prompting the child's mother to contact social services and the village mayor's office to convene a commission.
An active drone containing an explosive device was discovered in a field in Tudora village, Ștefan Vodă district, Moldova, prompting an announcement from the General Police Inspectorate.

Moldova's Ambassador to Moscow, Lilian Darii, is being recalled for consultations by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs following a drone explosion in the Ștefan Vodă district.

Police in Ștefan Vodă were alerted to a powerful explosion in Crocmaz, which caused a vegetation fire and led to the discovery of fragments believed to be from a combat drone.

Moldova's Ministry of Health has suspended for 60 days the order to close the obstetrics and gynecology department, including the maternity ward, of the Ștefan Vodă district hospital, following protests and allowing for a re-evaluation.
Moldovan Deputy Sergiu Stefanco is accused by police of intentionally blocking a road and hitting a police officer with a tractor wheel during farmer protests in the Ștefan Vodă district. Separately, farmers have also blocked customs points in Leuseni and Sculeni.
A serious road accident occurred in Slobozia, Ștefan Vodă, Moldova, resulting in the death of a 44-year-old passenger, while the driver fled the scene.
The 'Dimitrie Cantemir' Gymnasium in Ștefan Vodă district, Moldova, will receive a grant of approximately $112,300 from the Government of Japan for its renovation.